Active Listening
What is active listening?
The practice of fully concentrating, understanding, responding, and remembering what someone is saying.
At what age does the brain continue to develop significantly?
Until the mid-20s.
What does SEL stand for?
Social and Emotional Learning.
What was the largest part of the teenage brain in the picture?
The Love lobe.
Name one technique to show you are actively listening.
Nodding your head or making eye contact.
What part of the brain is responsible for decision-making and impulse control?
The prefrontal cortex.
Name one of the five core competencies of SEL.
Self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, or responsible decision-making.
Which part of your hand represents the limbic system?
The Thumb.
Why is Paraphrasing what someone said important in active listening?
It confirms your understanding and shows the speaker they are heard.
Why might teenagers take more risks than adults?
Their brains are still developing.
How can social awareness benefit students in a classroom setting?
It helps them understand and respect diverse perspectives.
What does it mean to Paraphrase?
To restate something in one's own words.
How can active listening improve relationships among peers?
It enhances communication and builds trust and understanding.
How does understanding brain development help with social-emotional learning?
It fosters empathy and awareness of the challenges teenagers face.
What is self-management in the context of SEL?
The ability to manage emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations.
How many competencies does SEL have?
There are 5 competencies
Social Awareness, Self Awareness, Self Management
Relationship Skills, Responsible Decision Making
What does the acronym of E.A.R.S stand for?
Eyes, Acknowledge, Reflect, Say
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling breathing and digestion?
The brain Stem.
How can SEL competencies contribute to academic success?
They improve students' ability to focus, collaborate, and cope with challenges.
Self Awareness is being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and habits (True of False)
True