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Learning Goals
Mile One
GD and Concepts
Mile Two
GD : A psychologists perspective
Mile Three
Some FAQs
What is a GD?
A GD is a discussion of a topic by a group of people
Exchange of thoughts and ideas Participants vary from 8-15 A topic or situation given, 8-15 mins Important element in any selection process
What is a GD?
3 variables
Group to speak on A specific topic For a Specified time
Why is a GD conducted ?
Helps evaluate It helps form opinion about a large number of candidate in a short period of time on a common platform Assess critical interpersonal skills Team membership, leadership, ability to influence, etc. Not possible through the application, aptitude test and even a personal interview
Types of GDs
Structured - Default GD
Topic given with 8-15 mins for discussion No leader appointed, brief may not include anything but the topic 80% of the occasions
Types of GDs
Unstructured GDs
More unstructuredness built in choose a topic OR Select a Chairman OR A game or a group exercise!
Types - Special GD
Case studies
Situation in writing Creates the framework
Role plays
Specific roles to each participant Respond by assuming characters role
Parameters of Evaluation
GD Elements
Content
The what or matter spoken
Process
The how, when and why it is spoken
Parameters of evaluation
Quality of content (Content) Behavioral and Personality skills (Process) Communication Skills (Process) Hence, key success factors
Parameter 1
Quality of content (50% weightage)
Comprehension of core idea Structure and Direction Analysis of the topic (Asking a Why or a How) Relevance of contribution Various Interpretations/perspectives Reasoning behind your views Real life examples Generate supportive Data
Parameter 2
Behavioral and Personality skills AT PAR Hierarchy (25% weightage)
Attitude Team membership Participation Assertion vs Accomodation Ready for Process Leadership
Parameter 3
Communication (25% weightage)
Listening skills Assimilation Coherent Articulation Body Language and Eye Contact
GD Concepts A Summary
Content Process
Elements in a GD
PREP Model
Quality of content
AT PAR Hierarchy
Behavioral and Personality Skills
GD
DRILLS
Roles seen in a GD
The Professor The Salesman The Gatekeeper The Timekeeper The Butcher The Spectator The Passenger
His limitation:
Pre occupation with his own ideas Low on listening Does not even know if others are listening to him
His weakness:
More preoccupied with time than the task and quality
His limitation:
Invisible; Lost in the crowd
MOBILITY
GD Roles A Summary
Acknowledge the roles in a GD Know your natural roles Work on mobility to enhance your effectiveness Assess with a match the following exercise
Mantra: positive body language and good eye contact Be aware and not too conscious of your body language
Summarising at the right time Entry thro Role Change very effective
Is it important to start a GD ?
Not at all Risk Return Dont stop yourself if you have clarity Key Expectations from a starter :
Gives a positive start Sets the direction and the pace Gives confidence to others Gain confidence of others