All of this is set when students come to school. If it is to be learned, it must be taught. Studies have shown it can be taught. Children who have rich listening experiences not only develop greater language skill than children who do not, but even develop more of their innate potential for intelligence. I.L. Moe determined that listening tests were better predictors of reading readiness than were reading readiness tests.
Research indicates that listening requires extra physical energy.
It should make your heart beat faster. It takes our undivided attention. Most people can listen with comprehension to 300 words per minute. The rate of most speakers is 125-175 words per minute. Barriers to listening Avoiding barriers Teaching listening D. Barriers to Listening.