Province of San Antonio de Padua – Philippines

ORDER OF FRIARS MINOR (OFM) – FRANCISCANS

Christ the King College of Calbayog City, Inc.
THE PIONEER CATHOLIC FRANCISCAN INSTITUTION OF EASTERN
VISAYAS
Founded 1905
Fraternitas Studiositas Minoritas Oratio et Devotio
INSTITUTE OF TEACHER EDUCATION

NAME: FARAH MAE O. TITOY BSED 2ENG

ENGLISH 106 (TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT OF THE MACRO SKILLS)
The Receptive Macro Skills – Listening
1. How can you use active listening to improve your communication skills?
-Active listening is a crucial communication skill that involves focusing on the
speaker, understanding their perspective, and responding appropriately. To
improve, give the speaker undivided attention, clarify and summarize, avoid
judgment, reflect emotions, and respond appropriately. Practice regularly,
avoiding distractions and using non-verbal cues. Reflecting emotions in your
response shows empathy and understanding. Consistently practicing these
techniques can help you become a more effective communicator.
2. What are the benefits of listening in academic professional, and personal
context.
-Listening is a vital skill in both academic and personal contexts. It enhances
communication, collaboration, and learning by understanding the speaker's
perspective. In academic settings, it helps clarify doubts, build trust, and
promotes understanding. In personal contexts, it builds relationships, reduces
misunderstandings, and promotes empathy. Active listening helps avoid
miscommunication and misinterpretation of messages, fostering trust and
respect. In summary, listening is a critical skill that benefits individuals in both
academic and personal settings by improving communication, fostering
collaboration, facilitating learning, and promoting empathy.