Assignment
1. Observe two or more people (can be anyone involved in a conversation) interacting. Select one person to analyze their listening habits. Answer the following questions:
a. Did the person you chose check to ensure they understood what the other person(s) said? If so, what techniques did they use? (briefly summarize the technique using the textbook terminology)
b. Was the person you chose "actively" listening? How could you tell?
c. What recommendations would you have, for the person to become a better active listener?
2. Complete the self-assessment test and summarize your results for the class by completing the following:
a. Answer the following questions (BEFORE you take the test):
i. How effective of a listener are you?
ii. What is your biggest barrier to being an effective listener?
b. Answer the following questions (AFTER you take the test):
i. Did the results of the test match with how you perceived your listening skills? Explain.
ii. What is one SPECIFIC thing you could do to become a better listener? Why did you choose this?
Make sure your answers utilize applicable course material, concepts, and terminology.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.