The Four Types of Listening:
Discriminative; Pick and choose from the information provided based on your interest. Process is similar to studying text and paying attention to bold faced print.
Aesthetic; Listening for pleasure/enjoyment. Process is similar to silent reading for fun.
Efferent; Listening for information. Process is similar to note taking or looking up answers.
Critical; Listening carefully for instructional information. Very close to Discriminative. Process is used during a debate or to form concepts.
The most difficult part of the debate was trying to focus on exactly what the opposition was trying to tell us. It’s hard to formulate a response in a short period of time when you’re not an expert in a subject. I tried to listen critically and formulate a response as the person was presenting their points. During the process, I used most of the listening types at one point or another. Once the opposition played the obesity card in response to one of our argument I found myself listening for enjoyment more than critically. I think it was due to the fact the debate was about candy and obesity was a decent response for any argument put forward by either group.
My favorite “teacher talk” line from chapter 2 of Choice Words is: “Remember the first week when we had to really work at walking quietly? Now you guys do it automatically!” The book talks about drawing attention to changes in children’s learning histories and establishing their learning futures. I like the idea of complimenting children and reinforcing positive behavior whenever possible. Many of my teachers let good classroom behavior and accomplishment go unnoticed, but never failed to admonish a student for negative actions.
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I agree with you about complimenting children when they do well. When someone receives praise, they try and do their best the next time for the same reaction. If a child is only chastised for negative behavior they quit trying.
ReplyDeleteI strongly believe that classroom behavior is as important as an accomplishment. I would like to thank you because I learned a new word reading your blog.(admonish)
ReplyDeleteIt is very important as teachers and parents to always compliment your students and children. Good job. jdc
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on the difficulty of trying to stay focus when trying to be an expert with debating. I also thought your teacher quote was neat from your reasons.
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