Explore key mindsets and practical techniques to sharpen your listening and engage in thoughtful, intentional dialogue.
Essential Questions
- Why is listening such a challenging skill to master?
- How can your mindset strengthen your listening skills and deepen your understanding of information and the people around you?
- What techniques can help someone become a better listener, and how might those skills deepen their understanding of the world around them?
Big Ideas
- Multiple Levels: Listening requires one to develop an understanding on multiple levels including both verbal and nonverbal cues.
- Developing a Mindset: Listening begins with the development of a curious and empathetic mindset to elicit productive listening experiences.
- Honing Technique: Listening is like any life or academic skill and requires a technique and process to succeed.