Voices in Dialogue: Evaluating Communicative Performance in Panel Discussions

Abstract

Panel discussions have long been a popular learning method in various fields, particularly in 
higher education. In public speaking classes, panel discussions serve as an exceptional platform for 
students to develop communication skills, critical thinking, and collaboration. However, the effectiveness of panel discussions often hinges on the quality of each panelist's presentation. Engaging and 
effective presentations not only enliven discussions and make them informative but also significantly 
contribute to students' understanding and learning. The significance of this research cannot be separated from the role of presentations in panel discussions. Presentations are not merely the delivery of 
information but an excavation and exploration of rich perspectives from panel participants. A good 
presentation ignites the discussion, sparks healthy argument exchanges, and encourages all participants 
to actively engage. Conversely, weak or uninteresting presentations can easily dampen the discussion 
atmosphere and hinder the learning process.Therefore, understanding the factors contributing to engaging and effective presentations in panel discussions is crucial. Through this research, we can identify 
the characteristics of presentations that need strengthening by students. Thus, public speaking classes 
can be optimally utilized to cultivate a generation of skilled and confident public speakers. This research 
will employ qualitative methods to analyze data collected through observation. The research results are 
expected to provide an in-depth perspective on the performance of panelists' presentations, along with 
concrete and applicable recommendations for improvement