Learning Activity Sheet in English 10

August 29-31, 2023

I. LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Content Standards The learner demonstrates understanding of how world literature and
other text types serve as ways of expressing and resolving personal
conflicts and how to use strategies in linking textual information.
Performance Standards The learner creates a brochure that highlights the prevention against
Covid-19.
Learning Competencies/Code - Use information from news reports, speeches, informative
talks, panel discussions, etc. in everyday conversations and
exchanges EN10LC-Ia-c-11.1
Objectives
- give the features of active listening
- use information from news report, speeches, informative
talks, panel discussions, and others in everyday conversation
and exchanges
II. CONTENT Using Information in Daily Life

ACTIVE LISTENING

Hear What People Are Really Saying

Listening is one of the most important skills you can have. How well you listen has a
major impact on your job effectiveness and on the quality of your relationships with
others.

For instance:

• We listen to obtain information.

• We listen to understand.

• We listen for enjoyment.

• We listen to learn.

Given all the listening that we do, you would think we'd be good at it! In fact,
most of us are not, and research suggests that we only remember between 25% and
50% of what we hear, as described by Edgar Dale's Cone of Experience. That means
that when you talk to your boss, colleagues, customers, or spouse for 10 minutes,
they pay attention to less than half of the conversation.

Clearly, listening is a skill that we can all benefit from improving. By becoming a
better listener, you can improve your productivity, as well as your ability to
influence, persuade and negotiate. What's more, you'll avoid conflict and
misunderstandings. All of these are necessary for workplace success!

About Active Listening

The way to improve your listening skills is to practice “active listening.” This is
where you make a conscious effort to hear not only the words that another person is
saying but, more importantly, the complete message being communicated.

To do this, you must pay attention to the other person very carefully. You
cannot allow yourself to become distracted by whatever else may be going on around
you, or by forming counter arguments while the other person is still speaking, nor can
you allow yourself to get bored and lose focus on what the other person is saying.

Acknowledgement can be something as simple as a nod of the head or a simple

“uh huh.” You aren't necessarily agreeing with the person; you are simply indicating
that you are listening. Using body language and other signs to acknowledge you are
listening can also help you to pay attention.

Try to respond to the speaker in a way that will encourage him to continue
speaking, so that you can get the information that you need. While nodding and “uh
huhing” says you're interested, an occasional question or comment to recap what has
been said also communicates that you are listening and understanding his message.

Becoming an Active Listener

There are five key active listening techniques you can use to help you become a more
effective listener:
1. Pay Attention

Give the speaker your undivided attention and acknowledge the message. Recognize
that non-verbal communication also “speaks” loudly.

• Look at the speaker directly.

• Put aside distracting thoughts.

• Don't mentally prepare a rebuttal!

• Avoid being distracted by environmental factors (for example, side conversations).

• “Listen” to the speaker's body language.

2. Show That You're Listening

Use your own body language and gestures to show that you are engaged

. • Nod occasionally.

• Smile and use other facial expressions.

• Make sure that your posture is open and interested

• Encourage the speaker to continue with small verbal comments like yes, and “uh
huh.”

3. Provide Feedback

Our personal filters, assumptions, judgments, and beliefs can distort what we hear.
As a listener, your role is to understand what is being said. This may require you to
reflect on what is being said and to ask questions.

• Reflect on what has been said by paraphrasing. “What I'm hearing is...,” and
“Sounds like you are saying...,” are great ways to reflect.

• Ask questions to clarify certain points. “What do you mean when you say....” “Is
 this what you mean?”

• Summarize the speaker's comments periodically.

1. Defer Judgment

Interrupting is a waste of time. It frustrates the speaker and limits full

understanding of the message.

• Allow the speaker to finish each point before asking questions.

• Don't interrupt with counter arguments.

2. Respond Appropriately

Active listening is designed to encourage respect and understanding. You are

gaining information and perspective. You add nothing by attacking the speaker or
otherwise putting her down.

• Be candid, open, and honest in your response.

• Assert your opinions respectfully.

• Treat the other person in a way that you think he/she would want to be treated.

Read each item carefully and write your answer on your notebook. Please
avoid erasure.
1-3= What are the ways on how to provide feedback?
4-6= Give at least three (3) benefits of listening.
7-11= List down five (5) key active listening techniques that is very useful to
make an individual as an effective listener
12-15= Name the four (4) purposes of listening.

Prepared by:

GINA F. NOBLEZA
English Teacher