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1DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE LISTENING SKILLS *Matqurbonova Ro'zaxon Zokirjon qizi, 2Ro'ziqulov Fazliddin Shukurovich
1Student of Samarkand State Institute of Foreign Languages, 2Filologoya fanlar doctori, teacher,
SamSIFL
1+998993480980, Email:1rozaxonmatqurbonova17@gmail.com https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10810949 Abstract. The theme of developing effective listening skills is an essential aspect ofpersonal and professional growth. Effective listening is not merely the act of hearing; it encompasses the ability to comprehend, analyze, and respond to spoken information. An annotation on this theme could explore the following points.
Keywords: superior collaboration, better critical thinking, expanded efficiency personal, professional lives.
Listening is a vital communication skill that plays a crucial role in our personal and professional lives. Effective listening skills are essential for building strong relationships, understanding others' perspectives, and enhancing productivity in the workplace. Developing these skills takes time and practice, but the benefits are well worth the effort.
One of the key components of effective listening is being fully present and attentive when someone is speaking. This means putting aside distractions such as smartphones or other tasks and giving the speaker your full focus. Maintaining eye contact and using positive body language, such as nodding and smiling, can also convey to the speaker that you are engaged and interested in what they have to say. Another important aspect of effective listening is being open-minded and non-judgmental. It's important to approach conversations with a willingness to understand the other person's perspective, even if it differs from your own. Avoid interrupting or jumping to conclusions, and instead, give the speaker the space to express themselves fully before responding.
RESPONSIVE LISTENING demonstrates to the speaker that you're listening and understanding what they're saying while encouraging them to continue talking. NON-VERBAL RESPONSES
• Smiling
• Appropriate facial expression
• Affirmative nod of the head
• Appropriate eye contact
• Minimizing distractions (turning off cell phones, etc.)
• Taking notes (under-utilized way to broaden the depth of listening)
• Leaning slightly towards the speaker
VERBAL RESPONSES
• "Uh huh"
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• "Yes"
• "Really?"
• Occasionally paraphrasing what
you've heard
ACTIVE LISTENING is probably the most important listening skill. It is active because it combines the skills of listening and responding without invalidating the speaker's comments, giving the speaker your personal opinion or advice, or drawing the ownership of the conversation away from the speaker. An ACTIVE LISTENER monitors the communication of a message for both content and feeling. They pay attention to what people say, how they say it, and why they're saying it.
Undivided attention includes hearing the words being expressed as well as grasping the hidden message and feelings. This requires focusing on verbal signs like manner of speaking and speed of discourse, as well as nonverbal prompts like looks and motions. Considering back what the speaker has said, summarizing their focuses, and posing explaining inquiries can show that you are really participated in the discussion.
In an expert setting, powerful listening abilities can prompt superior collaboration, better critical thinking, and expanded efficiency. By effectively standing by listening to partners and clients, you can acquire significant experiences, construct trust, and encourage more grounded working connections. Effective listening in leadership roles can also boost employee morale and engagement by demonstrating that their thoughts and concerns are valued.
To foster successful listening abilities, rehearsing mindfulness and self-reflection is significant. Examine your own listening habits and determine any areas for growth. Be open to constructive criticism and seek feedback on your listening abilities from others. Moreover, think about searching out preparing or studios on undivided attention strategies to additional upgrade your capacities.
Besides, you can memorize a lot of words to develop and improve your listening. vocabulary plays an important role in listening. The reason is that some letters are pronounced differently in some words, and in other words they sound differently even if it is the same letter. Therefore, errors in hearing occur.
Now the whole world is preparing for international exams and trying to get a degree. for example, IELTS, CEFR TOEFL i.e. We all know that listening is included in all of these. This is why it is so important to improve your listening skills. The development of hearing through music is convenient and good for someone Some people may not get results even if they try for years, because everyone's brain is different, and therefore everyone is guided according to the level of their brain's perception. spending time with effective practice helps to achieve success in any situation.
Absolutely, preparing for international exams like IELTS, CEFR, and TOEFL requires a strong focus on improving listening skills. Music can indeed be a convenient and enjoyable way to develop one's ability to hear and understand spoken language, as it can help train the ear to recognize different tones, rhythms, and accents.
It's true that people's brains work differently, and therefore, the rate of improvement in listening skills can vary from person to person. Some may find it easier to make progress in a shorter period of time, while others may take longer. It's important to recognize that everyone has their own unique learning pace and style.
Consistent and effective practice is crucial in improving listening skills. Spending dedicated time on focused listening practice can lead to significant improvements over time. This could involve activities such as listening to podcasts, watching movies or TV shows in the target
language, or engaging in conversations with native speakers. With regular practice, it's possible to achieve success in any situation, including performing well in international exams that assess listening skills.
To develop effective listening skills, it's important to practice self-awareness and self-reflection. Pay attention to your own listening habits and identify any areas for improvement. Seek feedback from others on your listening skills and be open to constructive criticism. Additionally, consider seeking out training or workshops on active listening techniques to further enhance your abilities.
In conclusion, developing effective listening skills is a valuable investment that can greatly improve communication and relationships in both personal and professional settings. By being present, open-minded, and attentive to verbal and nonverbal cues, you can become a more empathetic and influential communicator. With practice and dedication, anyone can cultivate the art of effective listening and reap the benefits it brings.
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