Techniques For Leading Group Discussions.pptVIP

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Techniques For Leading Group Discussions What is an effective group discussion???? An effective group discussion is one in which the group is able to accomplish its purpose or to establish a basis either for ongoing discussion or for further contact and collaboration among its members. The elements of an effective group discussion: All members of the group have a chance to speak, expressing their own ideas and feelings freely, and to pursue and finish out their thoughts. All members of the group can hear others’ ideas and feelings stated openly. Group members can safely test out ideas that are not yet fully formed. The elements of an effective group discussion (cont.): Group members can receive and respond to respectful but honest and constructive feedback. A variety of points of view are put forward and discussed. ?The discussion is not dominated by any one person. The elements of an effective group discussion (cont.): Arguments, while they may be spirited, are based on the content of ideas and opinions, not on personalities. Even in disagreement, there’s an understanding that the group is working together to resolve a dispute, solve a problem, create a plan, make a decision, find a precept or set of precepts all can agree on, or come to a conclusion from which it can move on. Possible uses for a group discussion: Create a new situation – form a coalition, start an initiative, etc. Explore cooperative or collaborative arrangements among groups or organizations. Discuss and/or analyze an issue. Create a strategic plan – for an initiative, an advocacy campaign, an intervention, etc. Discuss policy and policy change. Possible uses for a group discussion (cont.): Air concerns and differences among individuals or groups. Hold public hearings on proposed laws or regulations, development, etc. Decide on an action. Provide mutual support. ?Solve a problem. Resolve a conflict. Plan your work or an event.? Why should you lead a group discu