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Panel Discussion

Prepared by: Sir Merick Manzon

What is panel discussion?

A panel discussion is a public exchange of ideas among members of a group

people, called panel who have gathered to talk about a topic of interest.

A panel usually consist of experts who can share their own knowledge,
expertise, and experiences so that the audience and fellow panel members are
better informed about the subject matter.
 pr es ent duri ng the pa ne l di sc us sion, A
A moderator is also
moderator:

● Introduce the issue or topic;

● Ask questions from the audience;
● Clarifies and react to answers;
● Redirect the discussion when it deviates from the topic;
● Observes the time; and
● Wrap up the discussion.
 pane l di sc ussion, whether as an expert or as a
To be an effect iv e m ember in a
:
moderator, follow these guidelines

● Know who the audience is and adjust the input to be shared to what
the audience needs to hear on the topic.

● Know what your role is in the panel. Are you there to defend or
criticize an idea? Are you there to present facts and figures?
 pane l di sc ussion, whether as an expert or as a
To be an effect iv e m ember in a
:
moderator, follow these guidelines

● Research thoroughly on the topic find the latest trends and developments
regarding the topic to be better equipped to talk about it. Also, anticipate
possible questions that could be raised during the panel discussion and
prepare for them beforehand.

● Stick to the topic. Panelist can get carried away by what they are saying
and often deviate from the actual topic. Make a conscious effort not to go
off topic so that the whole discussion moves smoothly.
 pane l di sc ussion, whether as an expert or as a
To be an effect iv e m ember in a
:
moderator, follow these guidelines

● Build on and react to what other panelist say. A good panelist does not
speak, but he or she also listens to what the other panelist say. If a co-
panelist says something that motivates you to add more information,
contradict, or react, then do so.

● Observe politeness, respect, and professionalism.

 pane l di sc ussion, whether as an expert or as a
To be an effect iv e m ember in a
:
moderator, follow these guidelines

● Avoid repeating the same information.

● Do not dominate the discussion. Keep in mind that there are other people
in the panel who have also something to share.

● Be conversational and engaging in tone and manner.

 True or false

1. Direct the discussion when it deviates 6. Do not research thoroughly on the topic.
from the topic. 7. Build on and react to what other panelists
2. Know who the audience is and adjust the say.
put to be shared to what audience needs to 8. Ask questions to your member.
hear on the topic. 9. Clarifies and reacts to answers.
3. Observes the time. 10. Observe politeness, respect, and
4. Be conversational and engaging in tone professionalism.
and manner.
5. Do not stick with the topic.
 Activity No. 8
Do prior research on the topic “Communication between parents and children at home.”
You have to choose one question down below to focus and answer on your research. Write
on it in one whole sheet of paper.

1. What are examples of communication problems at home?

2. What can be done to address communication problem between parents and children?
3. Why communication at home is important?”
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