Listening…p. 68-70

To a FriendInterpersonal

Communication More frequent than listening

to formal speakers

Have you ever…Been sharing an emotional story with

someone, only to be interrupted and have them tell you something they are thinking

about that is way off subject or he/she changes the subject altogether!

Function to “Listen” in the Body of Christ

Hebrews 12:12 NLT

“So take a new grip with your tired hands and stand firm on your shaky legs.”

Galatians 6:2 NLT

“Share each other's troubles and problems, and in this way obey the law of Christ.”

Support others by listening to them.

Support others by listening to them.

For Comprehension

As a student, seek to learn and understand new info Avoid routine and boredom

God’s plan Work to gain all He has for you

Identify the Speaker’s Pattern of

Organization Retell what the speaker said in

a way you can understand

Take notes

Write questions you could ask the speaker

Actively involve yourself for “understanding”

For Better Understanding, Take

“Effective” Notes 1. Prepare

2. Examine

3. Listen or write

4. Review

5. Revise

1. PrepareSupplies should be out &

ready BEFORE speaker begins.

Pen/pencilPaperHighlighter

2. Examine Identify speaker’s organization

or outline

A well-planned speech can be outlined Look for “signposts” Note important ideas & details

3. Listen or Write Avoid doing both at once.

(Jack of All Trades, Master of None)

Listen first, then write the thought

Use “frags,” or short sentences Writing every word, sets you up for “In

one ear, & out the other”

Listen first, then write.

4. Review After the speech/lecture is

complete, quickly go over notes

Highlight important points

Take note of new vocabulary

Identify concepts

5. Revise When reviewing, check over notes.

Make sure you understand your writing and meaning.

Fill in details, as needed

Write down questions to ask for clarification.

Increase your Knowledge

God has given each of us a “Pool of Knowledge”

You determine if it will be a Thimble full

A wading pool

A lake

A vast ocean