Effective Listening

This engaging course takes you through various listening styles and provides approaches and practical advice on how to become a better listener. Unlike hearing which happens automatically, listening is a skill that needs to be developed and maintained to remain effective. In this course, communication expert Brian Shapiro explains the difference between listening and hearing, shares insight into the listening process, discusses types of listening responses, and provides practical advice on how you can become a better listener. This 45-minute course features video and audio narration to guide you through the subject matter. The easy-to-navigate menu bar allows you to select your topic, replay points of interest and control the speed at which you learn.

Learning objectives:

• Use listening strategies to become a better listener
• Identify when you and others are listening or just hearing