The Power of Speech · Speaking & Listening

Active Listening Strategies

Learning to listen for main ideas and ask clarifying questions during discussions.

Key Questions

  1. 1What are the physical and verbal signs of an engaged and active listener?
  2. 2How can a listener distinguish between a speaker's main point and supporting details?
  3. 3Why is it important to wait for a speaker to finish before forming a response?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9E5LY01
Year: Year 5
Subject: English
Unit: The Power of Speech
Period: Speaking & Listening

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