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The big idea in this resource is that listening and hearing are not the same things. A lesson on active listening has class members generate a list of listening techniques that focus on the speaker, confirm what they say, and respond with their thoughts. Participants then practice what they have learned with a partner. The lesson ends with a game of "Telephone."
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Instructional Ideas
- To prevent hurt feelings, be sure to include time both before and especially after the activity to debrief with the volunteer
Classroom Considerations
- Second in a series of five lessons in the Overcoming Obstacles series
- Requires copies, one per participant, of the "Listening Signals" activity sheet
Pros
- Includes lesson extensions, suggestions for addressing multiple learning styles, and a homework assignment
Cons
- None