Fri., Oct. 11
We finished the clarifying question and paraphrase worksheet.
Notebooks were checked in.
We organized for the field trip on Oct. 23 by pairing students and choosing locations:
Courtyard, Library Commons: Talisa & Maria
Library: Christian and Ta;li
Smoking area: Janina & Nick
Gym: Najee & Breanna
Bus stop: Bruna & Shaniece
Park: Nick & Dioskar
Commons: Alex & Ashley; Rehanna & Sandra
Gym: Andre & Michele
Wed., Oct. 9
We watched film clips of the types of listeners (content, etc.), and we then began learning how to ask clarifying questions and do paraphrasing.
Mon., Oct. 7
The instructor discussed the listening process and what certain terms met, such as "receiving."
She pointed out the benefits of good listening skills: it assists considerably in job interviews, enhances others' views of one's interpersonal communication skills, and is a trait highly valued by others.
