group discussion
Noun: 1. A formal or organized conversation among multiple participants about a specific, agreed-upon topic: A "group discussion" is a communicative activity where several people exchange ideas, opinions, and information on a predetermined subject, often with the goal of reaching a deeper understanding, solving a problem, or making a decision.
The term "group discussion" is used to describe a structured form of verbal interaction. It implies a collective and focused examination of a topic, distinguishing it from casual conversation or debate. * It is commonly used in academic, professional, and assessment contexts. * The phrase itself is often used as a countable noun (e.g., "We had a group discussion," "Several group discussions were held").
- The seminar concluded with a group discussion on the ethical implications of the research.
- Candidates for the management position were evaluated during a group discussion.
- The teacher facilitated a group discussion to help students analyze the poem.
- After the lecture, we broke into smaller teams for a group discussion.
- "To hold a group discussion": To organize and conduct a formal discussion session.
- The committee will hold a group discussion to finalize the proposal.
- "To facilitate/moderate a group discussion": To guide the discussion, ensuring it stays on topic and that all participants have an opportunity to contribute.
- Her role was to moderate the group discussion and summarize the key points.
- Discussion Group (n): A group of people who meet regularly to discuss a particular subject or range of subjects. This term emphasizes the group as an ongoing entity.
- She joined a book discussion group at the local library.
- Panel Discussion (n): A formal discussion involving a selected group of experts or speakers who discuss a topic in front of an audience.
- Forum (n): A meeting or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged, which can be a type of group discussion.
- Roundtable: A meeting for discussion, typically where participants are of equal status.
- Brainstorming session: A group discussion focused on generating a large number of ideas creatively and spontaneously.
- Deliberation: Long and careful consideration or discussion.
- "Open the floor for discussion": A phrase used by a chairperson to invite comments and questions from the entire group.
- After the presentation, the chairperson opened the floor for discussion.
- "Stimulate discussion": To encourage or provoke conversation and exchange of ideas.
- The controversial article was intended to stimulate discussion.
- a discussion among participants who have an agreed (serious) topic