NIGHTINGALE INSTITUTE OF NURSING,

NOIDA

MICROTEACHING
ON
SYMPOSIUM
(SUBJECT: NURSING EDUCATION)

SUBMITTED TO: SUBMITTED BY:

MS. KAPEELTA DEVI MS. DHAIRYA ARORA
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR MSC(N) 1st year

NIN,NOIDA NIN, NOIDA

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Name of student teacher : Ms. Dhairya Arora

Subject : Nursing Education

Topic : Symposium

Group : M.Sc. 1st year Nursing students

Date :

Duration : 15 minutes

Method of teaching : Lecture cum discussion

Place : M.SC 1st year class room

Language : English

A V aids : PPT, Black Board, Charts, Flash Cards, Handouts.

Name of the evaluator : Ms. Kapeelta Devi (Associate Professor, NIN, Noida)

Previous knowledge of the group : Group has some knowledge about Symposium method of teaching as acquired in their undergraduate level.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES: At the end of teaching, group will be able to gain knowledge about the topic ‘symposium’, to face and control

the group effectively with motivation and enthusiasm and to make effective use of AV aids and practice Symposium as a teaching method.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of teaching, group will be able to:

 introduce the topic ‘symposium’.

 define symposium.

 enlist the objectives of symposium.

 state the characteristics of symposium.

 enlist the scope of symposium.

 explain the mechanism of symposium.

 describe the criteria for use of symposium.

 describe the technique of symposium.

 state the limitations of symposium.

 describe the advantages of symposium.

 describe the disadvantages of symposium.

 describe the role of Symposium in Nursing Education.

  Summarise and conclude the topic.

S. TIME SPECIFIC CONTENT TEACHING EVALUATION

NO. OBJECTIVES LEARNING ACTIVITY
WITH AV AIDS
1 30 sec introduce the INTRODUCTION:
topic
Symposium technique is
“symposium”.
SYMPOSIUM one of the techniques of
higher learning to develop
the abilities of criticism,
appreciation, to respect the
ideas and feelings of
others, to present own
ideas and seek
clarifications. It is an
instructional technique
which is used to achieve
higher cognitive and
affective
objectives.

The student teacher

defines symposium
with the help of PPT
 DEFINITION:
2. 1 min define the topic “The symposium forum serves an excellent device for informing Define
symposium. an audience, crystallizing opinion and in general preparing the symposium.
listeners for arriving at decision policies, values, judgment or
understanding.”
or
“Symposium consists of a set of programmes of prepared speeches
followed by audience discussion”
or
“Symposium is a technique in which two or more people under the
direction of a chairman presents several speeches, which give
several aspects of one question”.

Meaning :The word “symposium” has several dictionary

meanings.
•“good dialogue” to present the views towards God. (Plato)
•the intellectual recreation or enjoyment.
•a meeting of persons to discuss a problem or theme.

The student teacher lists

OBJECTIVES OF SYMPOSIUM: down objectives of
✔ To identify and understand two various aspects of the theme or symposium with the help
to investigate a problem from several point of views. of PPT
enlist the
 objectives of ✔ To develop the ability to decision and judgment regarding a Enlist the
symposium. problem. objectives of
3. 1 min
symposium.
✔ To develop the values and feeling regarding a problem.
✔ To enable the listeners to form policies regarding a theme or
problem.
✔ To boost student’s ability to speak in a group.
✔ To make the students to study independently.

CHARACTERISTICS OF SYMPOSIUM:
The student teacher
● It provides the broad understandings of a topic or a problem.
states the characteristics of
● The opportunity is provided to the listeners to take decision
symposium with the help
about the Problem.
of Black board.
● It is used for higher classes to specific theme and problem.
State the
state the
● It develops the feeling of co-operation and adjustment. characteristics
characteristics
of symposium.
4. 1 min of symposium. ● The objectives as synthesis and evaluation are achieved by
employing the symposium.
● It provides the different views on the topic of the symposium.

SCOPE FOR SYMPOSIUM:

 ● Use of television for education. The student teacher enlists
the scope for symposium
● Scope for the distance education in our education.
with the help of Flash
● Use of essay and objective type of test
cards.
● Semester Cause system in education. of student unrest. Enlist the scope
for symposium.
● Quality control of education research. of microteaching in
teacher education.
enlist the scope
for symposium. ● Use of team teaching in school.
● Use of action research in classroom teaching.
5. 1min
● Scope of education technology in our education.

MECHANISM OF SYMPOSIUM:
 The symposium is a type of discussion, in which two or more The student teacher
speakers, talk from ten to twenty minutes, develop individual
explains the mechanism of
approaches or solutions to a problem or present aspect of
symposium with the help
policy, process or program.
of PPT.
 The speeches are followed by questions or comments from the
audience, as in the panel forum. The speeches may be What is the
persuasive, argumentative, informative or evocative. Each mechanism of
speech proceeds without interruption. symposium?
explain the  The chairman of the symposium introduces the topic, suggests
mechanism of something of its importance, sometimes indicates the general
symposium. approaches.
 Since, there is no need for symposium interaction other than
6. 2 min careful listening, all members of the performing group can sit
in a straight line behind a table or an adjoining chair, with the
 chairman in the middle or to one side of the speakers. Or, if the
symposium is to present two conflicting points of view, the
seating arrangement can separate the speakers on the platform
in order to indicate difference in opinion or in order to preserve
peace.
CRITERIA IN USE OF SYMPOSIUM TECHNIQUE:
There are three criteria in the use of the symposium technique:
 Firstly, the moderator should be sure to prepare the speakers or
see that they are prepared. They should know the rules of
procedure, sequence of speaking, and the way in which the
forum will be conducted; and they should be aware of the
ideas, and background of other performers.
 Secondly, the chairman is responsible for preparing the
agendas, should not attempt to stack the cards by omitting or
ignoring vital phases of the problem as he selects or delegates
his speakers. It is not good to face up to an inadvertent The student teacher
misinterpretation or omission.
 Thirdly, the chairman in the forum situations must plan very describes the criteria for
carefully for the questioning period that followers the prepared the use of symposium
speeches, unless he wishes to risk boredom. technique with the help of
PPT.

TECHNIQUE OF SYMPOSIUM: What are the

criteria for the
 Teacher should plan the program ahead of time. use of
describe the  Each member of the class, as well as the student speakers symposium
criteria for the should know the objectives of the symposium and breadth of technique?
use of the topic.
symposium
 technique.  Each student should prepare on the given or accepted topic.
 The teacher should have a conference with each of the student
7. 2 min
speakers.
 The teacher or a student may function as a chairman.
 The symposium starts with the chairman introducing the topic.
 Next chairman introduces the speakers.
 Then the topic is presented by the students taking 15 to 20
minutes time.
 As a conclusion at the end the chairman gives a brief summary
of all the speeches and opens the discussion to the students.
 Any question or contributions addressed through the chairman.

The student teacher

ADVANTAGES: explains the technique of
● It is suited to a large group or classes. symposium with the help
of Handouts.
● This method can be frequently used to present broad topics for Explain the
discussion at conventions and organization meetings. technique of
● Organization is good because of the set speeches prepared symposium?
explain the beforehand.
technique of
symposium. ● Gives deeper insight into the topic.
● Directs the students continuously in dependent study.
● Hands itself to the teaching of clinical subjects.
● This method can be use in political meetings.
8. 2 min
 DISADVANTAGES:
● Inadequate opportunity for all the students to participate
actively.
● The speeches are limited to 15-20 minutes & question and
answer are limited to 3 or 4 minutes.
● Possibility of overlapping the subjects due to different aspect of
theme is presented simultaneously.
● The chairman has no control over the speakers. The student teacher
● There is a probability of repetition of the conduct. describes the advantages
of symposium with the
● The listeners remain passive in the symposium.
help of Charts.
● The discussion and presentation of the theme is not What are the
summarized at the end. advantages of
describe the
symposium?
advantages of ● This technique is employed to achieve the higher objectives of
symposium. cognitive domain but affective are not emphasized properly.

9. 1min ROLE OF SYMPOSIUM IN NURSING EDUCATION: The student teacher

● The symposium will provide a valuable opportunity for nurses describes the
from different cultural backgrounds and diverse field to disadvantages of
changing role of nurses in the community and home care from symposium with the help
 international perspective to promote the generation and of Charts. What are and
implementation of evidence based practice in community and disadvantages of
home nursing through sharing and exchange of information on symposium?
describe the the latest developments in the discipline among experts from
disadvantages across the globe.
of symposium ● Symposium will contribute to formulating global and regional
strategies in advancing nurses role as well as developing policy
initiative in as it relates to nursing practice, nursing education
nursing management and disaster management.

10. 1min

The student teacher

describes the role of
symposium in nursing
education with the help of What is the role
PPT. of symposium in
nursing
describe the education?
role of
 symposium in
nursing
education.

11. 1 min The student teacher

summarises the topic
“symposium”.

summarize the CONCLUSION:

topic.
Symposium as a method of
teaching is suitable for
large or smaller group, a
number of papers are read
conclude the dealing with different
topic. aspects of the same
subject, or different points
of view on one topic. The
papers may be prepared by
staff, outside specialists or
 students.

12. 1 min

13. 30 sec
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
BOOKS:
● BASAVANTHAPPA B.T., “COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING”, JAYPEE PUBLISHERS, SECOND EDITION 2008, PAGE NO.
245.
● PARK K. “TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE” BANARSIDAS BHANOT PUBLISHERS 2OTH EDITION
2009.
● SHARMA KUMAR DINESH “COMMUNICATION & EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY, LOTUS PUBLISHERS 2ND EDITION
2012, PAGE NO. 175-177.
JOURNAL:
● JOURNALS OF NURSING EDUCATION, JANUARY 2010, VOLUME 49.
INTERNET:
● Wikipedia (source) , Title- “Symposium” content available at - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symposium
● Shaells Joshi , PPT on “Symposium” ,content available at - https://www.slideshare.net/ShaellsJoshi/symposium-31123212
● Yenepoya University, PPT on “Symposium” ,content available at -
http://yengage.yenepoya.edu.in/idata/YenepoyaUniversity/ilFile/2/75/file_27532/001/1.4%20SYMPOSIUM.ppt

ASSIGNMENT: (TOTAL:10 MARKS)

Q.NO.1- What do you mean by Symposium? Define it & Enlist its main objectives. (1+1+2=4 MARKS)
Q.NO.2- Briefly explain the mechanism of Symposium. State its techniques. (2+2=4 MARKS)
Q.NO.3- Enlist the advantages and disadvantages of Symposium. (1+1=2 MARKS)

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