{"id":6037,"date":"2024-10-01T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/?p=6037"},"modified":"2024-09-11T08:16:46","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T08:16:46","slug":"better-listeners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/","title":{"rendered":"Help Students Become Better Listeners with These Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Body_language\" >Body language<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Backchanneling\" >Backchanneling&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Asking_questions\" >Asking questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Giving_attention_and_speaking_in_turn\" >Giving attention and speaking in turn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Paraphrasing\" >Paraphrasing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/better-listeners\/#Wrap-up\" >Wrap-up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>In our busy modern world, it's becoming more difficult to focus on one thing at a time. But distractions and constant multitasking can have a negative effect on our work and our relationships.<br><br>While students studying with us naturally want to improve their English skills, at the same time, they can also work on their overall <em>communication<\/em> skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help their conversations be the best they can be, share these tips for being a better listener. Some of them may seem obvious, but it's often the simplest things that are the most important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body_language\"><\/span><strong>Body language<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/01\/31063917\/listening_pexels-fauxels-31828081-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two seated women having a conversation while using body language\" class=\"wp-image-7945\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An important part of conversation in any language is to not only listen but to signal to our partner that we are listening. This can be done in a variety of ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One is by <strong>making eye contact<\/strong>. This makes a strong connection and lets the speaker know that they have the listener's attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attitudes on eye contact can vary from culture to culture, but students should know that it is generally considered a good thing in English-speaking countries \u2014 as long as it doesn't veer into the uncomfortable territory of staring.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to using our eyes, there are other ways to communicate through body language. The folding of arms shows that the listener is \"closed\" and perhaps not accepting what their partner is saying. Instead, it is better for us to show \"openness\" by <strong>unfolding our arms<\/strong> and turning our bodies to <strong>face the speaker<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, a big way to signal interest is to make sure <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/app\/daily-news\/article\/put-your-phone-down-what-is-phubbing\/7lDg6Dw-Ee6vE3vfanjLcg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">smartphones are put away<\/a>. Speaking to others while also looking at a phone \u2014 a practice now known as \"phubbing\" \u2014 has become a big problem and should be avoided, no matter if the setting is professional or casual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Backchanneling\"><\/span><strong>Backchanneling<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/01\/31063831\/listening_pexels-rdne-stock-project-49112481-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two women having a conversation while standing on the street\" class=\"wp-image-7944\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Listening doesn't have to be a purely silent thing, of course. In fact, it's best if it isn't. If students don't already backchannel in their lessons, this is a great time to introduce them to the concept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essentially, using quick words or phrases at particular moments is an excellent way to communicate that the speaker is being listened to intently. Students who tend to remain silent will likely improve their overall communication skills simply through some careful additions of \"OK,\" \"I see\" or even \"Uh huh,\" if the situation is casual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is also \"Really?\" when reacting to surprising news, or \"I'm sorry to hear that\" for showing sympathy. These not only keep the conversations from becoming dull, back-and-forth exchanges, they also do a lot to signal to the speaker that they are being heard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/teaching-conversation\/backchanneling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This article<\/a> has several more examples you can share with students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Asking_questions\"><\/span><strong>Asking questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/01\/31063754\/listening_pexels-ron-lach-104189491-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man having a conversation with his grandson on a small fishing boat\" class=\"wp-image-7943\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When we are interested in something, it's natural for us to want to know more about it. Therefore, great listeners ask questions to get more information about what their partners say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of using this technique randomly, however, students should know to only ask when they genuinely want to know more; asking about unimportant details will only slow down the conversation and possibly annoy the speaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tutors no doubt use this technique often, particularly when attempting to get quiet students to share more information, but it doesn't have to be a one-way street \u2014 students should also be taking advantage of chances to ask questions themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Test them by giving a prompt and asking them to follow up with relevant questions, like in the examples below.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-left\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141619\/avatar_15.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">A<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">Our vacation was fantastic.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-right\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141854\/avatar_38.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">B<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">Oh, yeah? <strong>What kinds of things did you do?<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-left\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141854\/avatar_38.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">B<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">I've been having problems at work.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-right\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141619\/avatar_15.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">A<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">I'm sorry to hear that. <strong>What's wrong?<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-left\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141854\/avatar_38.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">B<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">I just won $1000 in a contest!<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"unified-block unified-chat-bubble pos-right\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-user\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2023\/02\/22141619\/avatar_15.png\" class=\"unified-chat-bubble-avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-name\">A<\/div><\/div><div class=\"unified-chat-bubble-content\"><div class=\"block-align-none\">Wow! <strong>What kind of contest?<\/strong> \/ <strong>How are you going to spend the money?<\/strong><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Giving_attention_and_speaking_in_turn\"><\/span><strong>Giving attention and speaking in turn<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/01\/31063641\/listening_pexels-mental-health-america-mha-55431911-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two young men smiling while having a conversation\" class=\"wp-image-7942\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This tip should be obvious, but it's still important to mention. Great conversations require everyone to have an equal chance to speak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most students should already know that in both formal and informal settings, interrupting others while they are speaking is rude and should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Something they may need a particular reminder of, however, is the trap of thinking about their responses instead of listening carefully to their partners. Language learners often do this when they are nervous about their skills or need more time to think of what to say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But they cannot give a good response if they have not carefully listened to what their partner has said. So encourage them to make good communication the priority rather than stressing about vocabulary or worrying about perfect grammar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paraphrasing\"><\/span><strong>Paraphrasing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/01\/31063611\/listening_pexels-fauxels-31827651-1024x712.jpg\" alt=\"Two young professionals speaking to one another in a casual office environment\" class=\"wp-image-7941\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to our earlier tip on asking questions, good listeners often paraphrase, which simultaneously confirms information while also showing the speaker that they are being heard and paid attention to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can challenge students to paraphrase something you've said in several ways to get them comfortable with the practice while also expanding their set of practical phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some general expressions for paraphrasing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\"So what you mean is ~\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\"So what you're saying is ~\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\"If I understood you correctly, ~\"<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\"Just to be clear, ~\"<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about paraphrasing and how to help students with it <a href=\"https:\/\/tutor.engoo.com\/blog\/advanced-learners\/paraphrase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrap-up\"><\/span><strong>Wrap-up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, listening only is not enough. Instead, the best conversations require using our words and bodies to signal that we are interested in and focused on what our partners are saying to us. This can lead to more enjoyable conversations and deeper connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Going beyond being merely good speakers of English, these techniques allow each of us to become better <em>communicators<\/em> \u2014 no matter which language it is we happen to be speaking.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our busy modern world, it's becoming more difficult to focus on one thing at a time. 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