RUFAIDA COLLEGE OF NURSING

JAMIA HAMDARD UNIVERSITY

LESSON PLAN
ON
PANEL DISCUSSION

SUBMITTED TO: SUBMITTED BY:

JAHANARA RAHMAN NISHA FATMA
ASSISTENT PROFESSOR M.Sc(N) 1st YEAR
RCON RCON
 IDENTIFICATION DATA

Name Nisha fatma

Class M.Sc. Nursing 1st year
Subject Nursing Education
Unit II
Topic Panel discussion
Group M.Sc. Nursing 1st year
Size of group 17
Venue M.Sc.Nursing 1st year classroom
Duration of teaching 45 minutes
Method of teaching Lecture cum Discussion
A/V Aids ppt,chart,flash card,model
Date 15/11/2023
Time
Name of the supervisor Mrs Jahanara rahman ma’am
Previous knowledge The group has previous knowledge regarding Panel discussion

GENERAL OBJECTIVES: -
STUDENT POINT OF VIEW:
After the class the student will be able to acquire knowledge about lecture methods and apply in the practice of education.
STUDENT TEACHER POINT OF VIEW
The student teacher will be able to
To take effective planned teaching.
To develop confidence in facing the group.
To acquire skill in effective use of A. V Aids.
Time SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING EVALUATION
ACTIVITIES

2min To introduce the Panel Discussion

panel discussion. ‘The ability to speak
effectively is an acquirement rather
than a gift.'
‘William Jennings Bryan
Introduction: A panel consists of a
small group of 6-8 persons, who
carry on a guided and informal
discussion before an audience as if
the meeting alone.
The proceedings of the panel should
be the same as those for a formal
discussion: volunteering of facts,
asking questions, stating opinions-all
expressed with geniality, with
respect for the contributions of
other members.
The primary function should occupy
approximately two-thirds of the
allotted time. The secondary
function of the panel is to answer
question from the audience. This
discussion method is suitable for the
use when a relatively large audience
is anticipated.
 Origin of Panel Discussion
Technique;
This technique at the first time was
used by Herry A Ober Street in 1929.
He organized a discussion for small
group for definite period for the
audience. At the end of the
discussion audience had also
participated. The important
questions were put by the audiences
on the topic. The experts tried and
answered the questions and certain
points were clarified, which were not
included in the discussion.
Several other persons had used this
technique.
Generally, this type of panel
discussions are organized on
television and radio. The current
topic are considered for such
program
He organized a discussion for small
group for definite period for the
audience.
At the end of discussion audience
had also participated.
The important questions were put by
audience on the topic.
At the end of the class ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE TOPIC:
, the students will be Today we will discuss about the panel
able: discussion methods.
3min To define the panel Definition: The panel method, originated by Prof. Harry A Student teacher define the panel What is the
discussion. Overstreet: discussion by writing in black board. definition of
• Panel discussion is a discussion in which 4-8 persons who panel discussion?
are qualified to talk about the topic, sit and discuss a given
problem or the topic, in front large group or audience.’
• The panel discussion is in which a few persons carry on a
conversation in front of an audience, when the group is too
large to work effectively through the usual round table
procedure.

Purposes of Panel Discussion Student teacher explain the purpose What are the
2 min To enlist the purpose • To reproduce the features of a small discussion group for of panel discussion with ppt. purposes of
of panel discussion. the benefit of a large group panel discussion?
• It is a socialized
group conversation in which
different points of view are presented.
• To make learning effective by use of different methods of
teaching.

Objectives of panel discussion

To discuss objectives The following are the main objectives of technique: Student teacher will explain the List out the
4 min of panel discussion.  To provide information and new facts. objectives of panel discussion by objectives of
 To analyses current problem from different angle. using ppt.and with the help of chart panel discussion?
 To identify the values. paper.
 To organize for mental recreation.
 It is used to find out the solution of current problem
of important nature and provide the full
understanding of significant topic. It is an effective
instructional technique which creates situation to
facilitate higher cognitive learning:
 Theoretical basis of panel discussion
 This technique is based on the following principles:
 It observes the democratic principles of human
behavior.
 Equal opportunities are provided to every
 participant.
 It encourages the active participation with
originality and independently.
 It involves the social and psychological principles of
group work. Feeling cooperation and sympathy and
to respect the ideas of others.
 It is based on modern theory of organization.

Characteristics:
To discuss the The following are the main characteristics of panel Student teacher explained the Describe the
3 min characteristics of discussion technique: characteristics of panel discussion characteristics of
panel discussion.  It is used al college and university level to organize with lecture cum discussion method. panel discussion?
teaching at reflective level.
 It develops the ability of problem solving.
 It provides the opportunity to understand nature
problem or theme of discussion.
 It develops the ability of presentation of theme and
giving their point of view logically.
 It develops the right type of attitude and ability to
tolerate anti ideas of others.
 It develops the ability of creative thinking and lo
criticize the theme.
It develops the manners of putting questions and
answering questions.

Types of panel discussion: Student and teacher will be able to Explain the types
5min To explain the types The group discussion is organized in different forms, for explain the types of panel discussion of panel
of panel discussion. different levels, for different purposes and on different by adapting lecture cum discussion discussion?
themes. The panel discussion mainly two types: with the help of flash card.
1.Public panel discussion: This type of panel
discussions are organized for the common people
problems. Three types of objectives are achieved by these
kinds of discussion.
 a. To provide factual information regarding current
problems.
b. To determine the social values.
C.To recreate the common people.
The public panel discussions are organized in television
program. The public panel discussions can be organized on
various current social issues such as illiteracy, educated
unemployment, annual budget, increases in prices of
things, jobs delinking with degrees, emerging diseases,
e.t.c.
2.Educational panel discussion:It is used in
educational institutions to provide factual and conceptual
knowledge and clarification of certain theories and
principles.Sometimes these are
organized to find out the solution of certain problems.
The following three objectives are achieved by the
educational techniques:
- To provide factual information and conceptual knowledge.
- To give awareness of theories and principles.
- To provide solution of certain problems.
This type of panel discussion are very useful but they are
not used in any institution even at higher level. The
conferences, seminar, symposium and workshops are
commonly organized. These techniques provide the
situation for group discussion but of different type.the
situation of panel discussion is usually of automatic where
as other techniques have democratic situation of group
discussion.

5 min To formulate the Procedure of Panel Discussion Formulate the

procedure of panel Components: A panel discussion consists of four types of Student teacher formulate the procedure of
discussion. persons. It means four roles are played in organizing panel procedure of panel discussion,with panel discussion.
discussion: the help of model.
1. Instructor
2. Moderator
 3. Panelists
4. Audience
a. Instructor: In the panel discussion most important role is
of Instructor. It is the responsibility of the instructor, how,
where and when panel discussion will be organized.
 The schedule of the panel discussion is prepared by
him. Sometimes he has to plan a rehearsal of
discussion.
B.Moderator:In this discussion moderator has to do
significant job. He has to keep the discussion on theme and
encourage the interaction among the members. He has to
summarize and high light the discussion more often. the
moderator must have the mystery on the theme or
problem of the discussion.
C.Panelist : There are four to ten panelist in the discussion.
The members of the panel sit in semi-circle before the
audience. The moderator sits in the middle of the panelists.
The panelists must have the mystery on the theme of the
discussion.
d.Audience: After the panel discussion, audience are
allowed to put question and seek clarification. They can
present their point of view and their experiences regarding
the theme or problem. The panelists attempt to answer the
question of the audience. In some situation moderator also
tries to answer the question. Moderator summarizes the
discussion and presents his point of view. He express
thanks to panelists and audience.
2 min To discuss the method Method of panel discussion Student teacher explained the Describe the
of panel discussion.  The moderator begins the panel discussion by method of panel discussion with ppt. method of panel
exploring the whole proceeding. discussion?
 The members of the panel are introduced by name
and background of experience.
 The topic is announced, moderator sits down,after
which all remain seated and converse amongst
themselves, moderator facilities this by asking
question to panel discussion.
 After the conversation, moderator organizes
discussion with occasional summaries, there is
usually general summary before discussion is open
to audience.

Use of panel discussion

2 min To discuss the uses of  This technique encourages social learning. Student teacher discuss the uses of What are the
panel discussion.  The higher cognitive and affective objectives are panel discussion by using ppt. uses of panel
achieved. discussion.
 It is used to develop the ability of problem-solving
and logical thinking.
 It develop the interest and right type of attitude
towards the problem.

Advantages of panel discussion

To listout the  The panel stimulates thought and discussion and Student teacher listout the List out the
3 min advantages of panel clarifies thinking. advantages of panel discussion with advantages of
discussion.  There is a free exchange of opinion;the panel ppt. panel discussion?
usually influences the audience to an open minded
attitude and respect for the opinion of others.
 The quick exchange of facts, opinion and plans
tends to develop a more critical attitude and better
judgment.
 It works very effectively through the usual round
table procedure.
  Panel discussion notes are often very useful for the
learners.
 It encourages social learning.
 The higher cognitive and affective objectives are
achieved.
 It is used to develop the ability of problem solving
and logical thinking.
 It develops the interests and right type attitude
towards the problem.
 It develops the capacity to respect others ideas and
feelings and ability of tolerance.
 It provides the opportunities of assimilation of
theme and content.

Disadvantages of panel discussion

 It is limited in its usefulness as a teaching tool,
3 min To listout the because its makes no attempt to arrive at a solution.
disadvantages of  It may lead to stress, if the topic is difficult to Student teacher list out the List out the
panel discussion. control. disadvantages of panel discussion disadvantages of
with ppt. panel discussion?
 Member of the panel needs guidance and help.
 It needs through knowledge and expert panelists.
 There are chances to deviate from theme at the
time discussion ; hence the purpose of the panel
discussion is not achieved.
 Some member dominates the discussion and do not
provide the opportunities to others to participated
in panel discussion.
 There is a possibility to split the group into two
subgroup,i,e. For and against the theme. It does not
maintain the conducive situation of learning.
 If panelists belong to different groups, it may not
create an appropriate learning situation.
 Limitation of panel discussion
2 min To elaborate the  There are chance to deviate from theme at time of Student teacher elaborate the Elaborate the
limitation of panel discussion; hence the purpose of panel discussion is limitation of panel discussion with limitation of
discussion. not achieved. ppt. panel discussion?
 Some members dominate the discussion and do not
provide the opportunities to participate others in
discussion.
 There is possibility to split the group into two
subgroup .i.e. For and against the theme.
 If panelists belong to different group . it may not
create appropriate learning

Suggestions for organizing panel discussion

2 min To enlist the  There should be rehearsal before the actual panel Student teacher enlist the Enlist the
suggestions for discussion. suggestions for organizing panel suggestions for
organizing panel  The moderator should be mature person and have discussion by using ppt. organizing panel
discussion. the full understanding of the theme of problems. He discussion?
should have control over the situation.
 The seating arrangement for panelists and audience
should be such that everyone should be of equal
distance. So that they can observe each other.
 The moderator should encourage the discussion on
the points which may lead to constructive aspects of
the problem. He should encourage the constructive
discussion among the panelists and audience.
2min To Summarize the SUMMARIZATION
topic Today we had discussed about the
following :
 Define panel discussion
technique.
 Origin of panel discussion
technique.
 Enlist the objectives of panel
discussion.
 Procedure of panel discussion
technique.
 Types of panel discussion.
 Uses of panel discussion.
 Characteristics of paneI
discussion.
Limitation and di limitation of panel
discussion.

2 min To conclude the topic CONCLUSION

A panel discussion discussion,or
simply a panel, involves a group of
people gathered to discuss a topic in
front of an audience, typically at
scientific . business, or academic
conferences,for conventions and on
television shows.
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