Public Speaking- Listening

The brain can process information at a rate of _____ to ______ words a minute.

400; 800

key-word outline

An outline that briefly notes a speaker's main points and supporting evidence in rough outline form.

Paying close attention to, and making sense of, what we hear

Listening

Four cases of poor listening

Not cocentrating ,Listening too hard Jumping to conclusions Focusing on delivery and personal appearance

The difference between the rate at which most people talk (120 to 150 words a minute) and the rate at which the brain can process language (400 to 800 words a minute).

Spare "brain time"

Seven ways to become a better listeners

Take listening seriously Be Active Listener Resist Distractions suspend judgment focus your listening don't be diverted by appearance or delivery Develop note-taking skills

Giving undivided attention to a speaker in a genuine effort to understand the speaker's point of view.

active listening

Listening for pleasure or enjoyment.

appreciative listening

Listening to provide emotional support for a speaker.

empathic listening

critical listening

listening to evaluate a message for purposes of accepting or rejecting it

comprehensive listening

listening to understand the message of a speaker

When focusing your listening, you should listen for ______________, ______________, and _______________.

main points, evidence, technique