This problem is made worse by the fact that most of us are very poor listeners. SPCO 2193 is designed to explore the process of listening and its role in human communication. You will learn about the different types of listening, the mental skills associated with effective listening, and potential listening problems in various contexts. In addition, you will work to improve a few of your own listening-related skills. By the end of the semester, you will have a good idea of your own strengths and weaknesses in listening and should be able to discuss ways to maximize strengths and reduce or eliminate weaknesses.
Skills be able to recognize ineffective and inappropriate listening behaviors.
Affective know the personal rewards and benefits of effective listening. May 15 Overview of the course. Watson-Barker Test, form A. Resisting distractions while listening. Read chapters 1-2. May 16 Kentucky Comprehensive Listening Test.