CM206 Unit 5 Discussion Listening
Unit 5 Discussion Listening
Listening is a skill and the more you practice it, the better you become. By understanding your own listening style and your motivations for listening, you also have a chance to overcome barriers that might keep you from using active listening.
Before completing your discussion, please ensure that you have watched the “Improve Your Listening Skills with Active Listening” video.
CM206 Unit 5 Discussion Listening For this discussion, please respond to the following:
- Think about how you listen to others. What is your listening style? How does your listening style change based on the situation?
- How can you improve listening during each stage of the listening process?
- Of the tips discussed in the video, explain two techniques you can utilize to be a better listener in the future.
Points and Rubric
This discussion is worth 30 points, and the rubric that will be used to grade your discussion participation is available from the Grading Rubrics page under Course Resources.
There is an expectation that you visit the discussion multiple times during the week. Your posts should be proofread and written in an academic tone. Be sure to respond to questions that others ask you in the discussion forum.
Remember that your goal for discussion is three-fold:
- To participate actively throughout the entire week.
- To contribute in a way that adds to the discussion and moves it forward in an original fashion.
- To use the course content to inform your posts and responses.
Keep in mind that when you post, you should always reference items you cite — be sure to use APA format for this. Also, be sure to refer back to the rubric as often as you need to during the week. The class is all about sharing knowledge, so use discussions as a way of creating a community resource for yourself and your colleagues.
This discussion addresses the following unit learning outcome:
- Identify the stages of the listening process.
- Identify the differences between hearing and listening.
- Identify barriers to listening
It also addresses the following Course Outcome:
CM206-3: Explain the relationship between listening and interpersonal communication.
Return to Unit 5 Discussion Instructions.
CM206 Unit 5 Discussion Listening Answer
Think about how you listen to others. What is your listening style? How does your listening style change based on the situation?
Three years ago, I had signed up to become a volunteer Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line and began my volunteer process with 40 hours of training. In this training, there was a heavy focus on active listening skills. Since my training, my listening style during conversations has changed and I found myself feeling more comfortable and confident having conversations because of my active listening skills. I do have changes in my active listening depending on the situation………….
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