Verbal And Nonverbal Communication And Listening Skills Paper
People communicate with both verbal and nonverbal ways. People communicate with verbal ways by speaking ideas, stating opinions, and expressing thoughts. People communicate nonverbally by their facial expressions, vocal expressions (sigh), and physical expression. A person can also communicate nonverbally by eye contact, by making eye contact with other people you are showing them that they have your attention and you are listening to what they are saying, or vice versa. Some physical expressions a person can make are gestures, and smiles. These physical expressions can help a group or person feel more at ease while speaking.
Nonverbally I think I show more facial expressions than any other way discussed. I’ve been told you can tell how I’m feeling by the looks on my face. I think eye contact is another nonverbal way I communicate. When speaking to other people I always make eye contact so that they know they have my full attention, I also sometimes nod when talking to people if I am in agreement with them. I think by doing that the person I am speaking to knows I am on the same page as them.
Knowledge of nonverbal communication can greatly help your communication with others. By knowing nonverbal cues you can understand the persons true feelings more while speaking to them, you can also have a better understanding of what they are trying to say. You may know when members of a group are getting bored with the subject, or when members or getting frustrated with other members. By being able to pick up nonverbal cues you may be able to address problems before they start.
My score on the Student Listening Inventory was an 85. According to my score I perceive myself to be an adequate listener in the classroom, but learning more about listening and listener skills can improve my overall listening effectiveness. I have a few things I need to work on to become the listener I want to be and know I can be. Improving my listening skills can help me in every aspect of my
Nonverbally I think I show more facial expressions than any other way discussed. I’ve been told you can tell how I’m feeling by the looks on my face. I think eye contact is another nonverbal way I communicate. When speaking to other people I always make eye contact so that they know they have my full attention, I also sometimes nod when talking to people if I am in agreement with them. I think by doing that the person I am speaking to knows I am on the same page as them.
Knowledge of nonverbal communication can greatly help your communication with others. By knowing nonverbal cues you can understand the persons true feelings more while speaking to them, you can also have a better understanding of what they are trying to say. You may know when members of a group are getting bored with the subject, or when members or getting frustrated with other members. By being able to pick up nonverbal cues you may be able to address problems before they start.
My score on the Student Listening Inventory was an 85. According to my score I perceive myself to be an adequate listener in the classroom, but learning more about listening and listener skills can improve my overall listening effectiveness. I have a few things I need to work on to become the listener I want to be and know I can be. Improving my listening skills can help me in every aspect of my