Effective listening - is to understand what has been said so we can consider how we will respond.
Effective listening looks and sounds like:
- I listened carefully when my partner/group/class was sharing ideas.
- I did not interrupt or cut off another person with my point of view when discussing ideas.
- I could retell or repeat the ideas of others listening.
- I asked questions of my partner/group/class that showed that I was listening effectively.
- I used eye contact and body language that indicated effective listening.
- I accepted ideas and contributions from everyone in the group.
- I made someone feel special when they shared their idea.
- I provided an opinion in a way that showed that I was listening.
- I could build upon an idea offered by another person.
- I asked questions when I was unsure to gain further understanding.