GROUP
DISCUSSION
Group discussions are interactive sessions where individuals
engage in conversation on a particular topic, exchanging ideas,
perspectives, and opinions. Mastering group discussion skills is
crucial in various settings such as educational institutions,
workplaces, and social environments.
                            P : POLITICAL
                            E : ECONOMICAL
                            S : SOCIAL
                            T: TECHNICAL
                            A : ABSTRACT
TYPES OF GROUP DISCUSSION
                                P E S T A
Giving your
 opinion
• Make eye contact with the group.
• Listen to the other participants.
• Try to initiate the conversation
 as it shows you have leadership
 ability.
• Plan your entry points for the
 body
• Give others time to speak
• Keep potential disagreements
 polite
• Dress professionally
• Try to use facts, and research
 along with your original ideas.
• Support your claims with examples
• Be confident
• Acknowledge others before speaking
• Don’t be aggressive
• Don’t enter the conversation
 quickly
• Don’t interrupt others
• Avoid overspeaking
• Avoid repeating other
 participants' points
• Avoid providing irrelevant or
 false statistics
• Don’t be insecure
• Don’t avoid eye contact.
• Don’t be judgemental.
• Don’t worry if the topic is
 unfamiliar
• Don’t speak fast
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
• The Impact of Social Media on Society
• Pros and Cons of Online Learning
• Climate Change: Responsibilities and Solutions
• The Influence of Technology on Human Relationships
• Benefits and Drawbacks of Remote Work
• Importance of Mental Health Awareness in Educational
 Institutions
• Role of Youth in Nation-building
• Exploring the Future of Renewable Energy
• The Significance of Cultural Diversity in Today's World
• Should College Education Be Free?