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To appraise the listening skills of individuals

Aim

To appraise the listening skills of individuals.

Evidence and reflection

Record, or observe, a range of individuals (including the teacher) during a normal teaching–learning session in a classroom.

Note the types of listening called for and the contexts. Also, note any student's behaviour that might indicate that they heard, understood or responded. For example, did they look at the speaker, or look around; appear to agree, answer questions, offer suggestions; show awareness of others' needs, take turns?

Extension

By watching individuals closely, it may be possible to pinpoint more precisely any difficulty a student might have, and whether it is specific to certain types of listening or contexts.


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