Good Listener
What does a good listener do?
Look at the speaker
How should you speak so others understand you?
Clearly
What voice level is whispering?
Level 1
What is a gesture?
A movement like thumbs up
What should you do first when given directions?
Listen
A good listener shows respect by-
Looking at the speaker and waiting
What should you do before speaking in class?
Raise your hand
When do you use a presentation voice?
Presenting/whole group
Give one example of nonverbal communication
Facial expression, nodding, etc.
What should you do if you don’t understand?
Ask for help
A good listener shows they care by-
Making eye contact and staying quiet
Why should you take turns speaking?
So everyone gets a chance
What is tone?
How your voice sounds
What does a smile show?
Happiness/friendliness
Why is following directions important?
To complete tasks correctly
Why is it important to listen?
To understand directions/learn
What should your sentences sound like?
Complete sentences
Say one sentence in a happy tone (student demonstrates)
Teacher judges
What does crossed arms sometimes mean?
Upset/closed off
How can you remember directions?
Listen carefully, repeat them
If your teachers says, "Pick up your paper, write your name, and hand it in," what should you do?
Do all the steps in order
Name two things a good speaker does
Clear voice, eye contact, respectful tone
Why is tone important?
It shows feelings/meaning
Why is body language important?
It helps show feelings without words
Following directions helps with-
Staying organized and safe