Mastering the Art of Attention

What is an important aspect of active listening?

• Preparing your response while the other person is talking

• Making eye contact with the speaker

• Thinking about other topics

• Interrupting to make your point

Which of the following is a good strategy to avoid distractions?

• Keeping your phone on the desk with notifications on

• Sitting near people who talk a lot during class

• Taking notes on the topic being discussed

• Frequently checking the time

When given instructions, what should you do to ensure you understand them?

• Start working immediately without asking questions

• Ask for clarification if something is not clear

• Assume you'll figure it out as you go

• Wait for someone else to ask a question

What is a sign that a student is engaging in a class discussion?

• They are looking out the window

• They are doodling in their notebook

• They are responding to points made by others

• They are silent the entire time

Why is it important to repeat back or summarize what someone has said during a conversation?

• To waste time during the conversation

• To show that you were not really listening

• To confirm understanding and show that you are listening

• To change the subject to what you want to talk about

What should you do if you find yourself getting distracted during a lesson?

• Start a conversation with a classmate

• Take a quick moment to refocus your attention on the teacher

• Leave the classroom

• Pull out your phone and scroll through social media

How can you show that you are actively listening to someone?

• By interrupting them to share your own story

• By looking at the clock frequently

• By nodding and providing verbal feedback when appropriate

• By planning what to eat for lunch

What is a good habit to develop to follow instructions effectively?

• Ignoring details and focusing on the big picture

• Writing down the steps as they are given

• Waiting until the last minute to start

• Doing the steps in a random order

During class discussions, what is a constructive way to disagree with someone?

• Laugh at their ideas

• Ignore their comments

• Criticize the person, not the idea

• Politely offer a different perspective with reasons

What is the benefit of engaging in class discussions?

• It can lead to a better understanding of the subject

• It allows you to dominate the conversation

• It gives you a chance to distract others

• It makes the class longer