Palm Beach State College What is Listening Barriers to Listening Essay

Instructions: Please read the instructions carefully and answer the following prompt.

First, read Chapter 5.1 & 5.2: What is Listening & Barriers to Listening

• Online Chapter link:
  • https://open.lib.umn.edu/communication/chapter/5-1-understanding-how-and-why-we-listen/ (Links to an external site.)
  • https://open.lib.umn.edu/communication/chapter/5-2-barriers-to-effective-listening/ (Links to an external site.)
    https://open.lib.umn.edu/communication/chapter/10-… to an external site.)

Format: In a separate paragraph, answer BOTH questions. Answer each question in 100-125 words. Responses should demonstrate understanding of the reading and refer to relevant concepts from the chapters to explain your responses.

1. What nonverbal adaptors have you noticed that others use while speaking? Are you aware of any nonverbal adaptors that you have used? If so, what are they?
2. Identify some steps that speakers can take to ensure that their dress and physical appearance enhance their credibility. How might expectations for the dress and physical appearance vary from context to context (academic, professional, personal, and civic)?

Research: If any research from online or other sources is used to answer any question, please post the link to these sources.

Grading: Grading is based on the quality of responses, whether they follow assignment instructions and guidelines, and show engagement with the textbook reading. Grading is not based solely on the completion of the assignment.

Mechanics: Please check and revise the response for correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and word choice before posting the final response.

*Only one response is permitted.

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