2/3/2025 2 FOCUSED LISTENING Focused listening is a strategy that guides students to listen closely to a text. It helps students listen attentively with no distractions and to identify key points and ideas "Focused listening" in communication meansĀ actively directing your full attention to the speaker, completely engaging with their message by processing information intently, rather than passively hearing them
2/3/2025 3 Skills of Focused listening Communication is the contact and interaction between people to exchange information. Listening skills are part of communication . Effective listening requires: Undivided attention Verbal or nonverbal cues (shows understanding) Check to be sure one understands the speaker Request more information if necessary
2/3/2025 4 Benefits of Focused Listening Enhanced Communication Improved Relationships Boosted Productivity Challenges in Focused Listening Distractions and Multitasking Bias and Preconceptions Emotional Barriers