Active listening activities

To carry out your exploration of the subject active listening activities, taking a look at the BT Better World Campaign web site ought to be advantageous. See the link above, or else click the button a little further down the page to get started NOW.

At BT we're passionate about communication - the life skill that's more important than any other. Possessing the ability to communicate effectively is central to becoming a great student, parent, employee and citizen. This is the reason we are determined to make certain that the young people of Britain get opportunities to become expert speakers and listeners, and get a start in life that's as strong as possible.

Numerous studies have shown that being able to express yourself well, and to understand equally clearly what other people are saying to you is a fundamental enabling skill of life. Being good at interpersonal communication is certainly coupled with physical and mental health, socially desirable behaviour, educational attainment, and an individual's job prospects. It means that this is an ideal place to further your exploration*.

But research equally suggests that the need for the development of communication skills is greater these days than it has ever been before. Several possible reasons have been suggested; such as too much time in front of the TV and computer; the lack of proper conversation within hectic modern families; a 21st century culture which may appear to undervalue dialogue; and the lack of role models for people to look up to. BT's website campaigning for a better world is a good place to further your search for information about the term active listening activities.

The BT Better World Campaign web site contains a wealth of material designed to help you get the most from communication. Younger visitors to the site will discover games which teach about better communication in ways that are fun and rewarding. Videos and animations explain everything from how you can get on better with your friends to how to come across well in an interview.

If you're a teacher you'll find information to support the part of the curriculum devoted to speaking and listening. There's also help for those interested in applying for monetary awards which BT makes available to schools. Last but by no means least, parents are catered for, with the 'parent radio' section of the website devoted to advice about tackling some of the more demanding parts of being a parent. As well as immediately accessible online activities, the site provides access to a range of DVDs and literature which you can order at a cost of no more than the price of post and packing.

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