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WELCOME

‘Speaking Stars’
Public Speaking Club

3rd Jan, 2022


Group Discussion
What is a group discussion?
What is a group discussion?
• It is a discussion amongst a group of people.
• People share their opinions and ideas on a given topic.
What is a group discussion?
• It is a discussion amongst a group of people.
• People share their opinions and ideas on a given topic.

Do we take sides in a group discussion?


Are videogames
good?
Are videogames
good?

ly ! No
ute way
ol !
bs
A
Maybe time s
Are videogames Some
good?

ly ! No
ute way
ol !
bs
A
What is a group discussion?
• It is a discussion amongst a group of people.
• People share their opinions and ideas on a given topic.

Can we change our opinion during a GD?


At first I believed But now I think it
that plastic should be can also be
banned recycled
How to comment in a GD
What should you do in a GD when
someone shares an opinion?

• We should agree/disagree.

• We should agree/disagree and make a new point.

• We can agree or disagree, consider and then add our ideas on the

same point.
What should you do in a GD when
someone shares an opinion?

• We should agree/disagree.

• We should agree/disagree and make a new point.

• We can agree or disagree, consider, and then add our ideas on the

same point.
Helpful phrases

• I think that’s a good point….

• I don’t entirely agree…

• But we should also consider….


Helpful phrases

• Video games can help children to think smart and act fast.
• I think that’s a good point. I have friends who play video games and are very
sharp and intelligent.
• I don’t entirely agree. Too much video gaming can make us hyper-active and
stressed, which is not good for the brain.
• But we should also consider the other benefits of playing video games for a
short period of time. Many videogames have advanced levels and challenges
which can improve our problem solving skills.
How to conclude?
Conclusion rules
• Summarize. Summarize. Summarize. (Not only your points!)
• Thank all members for participating.
Which are the best timings for school?
Morning? Afternoon? Or Evening?
Rules
• When you speak for the first time, introduce the topic.
• Don’t interrupt.
• Don’t change the topic.
• Always conclude.

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