What Is Listening?
What does it mean to listen?
Paying attention to what someone is saying.
Should you talk while someone else is talking?
No
Where should your eyes be when listening?
On the speaker.
Who should you listen to during a lesson?
The teacher.
If someone is speaking, should you interrupt?
No.
Listening means using your ears and your _____.
Brain (or mind).
Name one thing a good listener does.
Looks at the speaker / stays quiet / pays attention.
What should your body be doing when listening?
Sitting still / facing the speaker.
Why is listening important during directions?
So you know what to do.
What should you do if you feel distracted?
Refocus, look at the speaker
True or False: Hearing and listening are the same thing.
False.
What should you do if you don’t understand what someone said?
Ask a question or ask them to repeat it.
Is it good listening to roll your eyes or fidget?
No.
What should you do if your friend is talking while the teacher is talking?
Ignore it and listen to the teacher.
If you’re angry, how can you still be a good listener?
Stay calm and listen before responding.
Why is listening important?
Why is listening important?
True or False: A good listener waits their turn to speak.
True.
What does nodding your head show?
You understand or are paying attention.
True or False: Listening helps you do better on assignments.
True
True or False: You can be a good listener even if you don’t agree.
True
What happens when you don’t listen?
You can miss information, make mistakes, or hurt feelings.
Give one example of being a good listener at home or school.
Good Job!
Name two body language signs of a good listener.
Eyes on speaker, quiet body, nodding, calm hands.
What is one way listening helps the whole class?
Less confusion, more learning, better behavior.
What is the best choice: listen first or talk first?
Listen first.