ENGLISH 10

Name of Learner: Date:

Grade Level: Section:

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

UTILIZING INFORMATION IN DAILY LIFE
QUARTER 1, WEEK 1

I. Background Information for Learners:

According to Epictetus, a Greek Stoic philosopher, “We have two ears and one mouth so that
we can listen twice as much as we speak.” Do you agree with this idea about listening?

One of the macro skills in learning language is listening. This skill may seem so simple to
many, but its process is quite complex that sometimes, we interchange the idea of listening from
hearing. Listening is a skill and what better way of honing this skill is for us to practice and engage
ourselves in its process.

Listening is a very important area of communication because we spend most of our time with it
at work, in school and in almost every minute conversation. Oftentimes, however, we do not listen
effectively. Studies show that we usually forget from one-third to one-half of what we hear within
eight hours or even less due to our inability to listen well. Such inability leads to misunderstanding
and miscommunication or no communication at all. Because of this, we must learn how
to listen effectively.

In this lesson, you will know what listening is, especially active listening. Likewise, you will
discover and apply ways on how to listen actively on various information from songs in radio and
television, news reports, speeches, informative talks, panel discussions, etc. that can be used in
everyday conversations and exchanges, complying to the kind of demand we have today. This module
already provides the listening text needed by you for easy access of information, considering that not
all have access to the internet, so that you can work continuously with the different tasks.

II. Learning Competency with Code: Use information from news reports, speeches,
informative talks, panel discussions, etc. in everyday conversations and
exchanges EN10LC-Ia-c-11.1

III. Directions/Instructions:
At the end of this module, you should be able to:
▪ give the features of active listening;
▪ use information from news reports, speeches, informative talks, panel
discussions, and others in everyday conversations and exchanges;
▪ create a brochure that highlights the prevention against COVID-19; and
▪ give the importance of information listened to.

IV. Exercises/Activities:
A. EXPLORE
A. Choose the letter that corresponds to the correct answer. Write only the letter of your choice on
the space provided each number.

_____1. Which of the following is not the main purpose of listening?

a. We listen to learn. c. We listen to understand.
b. We listen for enjoyment. d. We listen to gossip.

_____2. Between how many percent do we remember of what we hear?

a. 10 – 15% c. 25 – 50%
b. 20 – 30% d. 50 – 75%

_____3. Which of those mentioned below is not a benefit of listening?

a. improve productivity c. avoids conflict and understandings
b. improve ability to influence d. avoids learning and enjoyment

_____4. Active listening is when one makes a conscious effort to hear not only the words that another
person is saying but also the __________ being communicated.
a. complete message c. several supporting ideas
b. one main idea d. few details

_____5. Below are ways of providing feedback in listening EXCEPT __________.

a. summarizing c. judging
b. asking questions d. paraphrasing

B. Check the items that belong to the five key active listening techniques.
_____ 1. Multi-task _____ 6. Provide feedback
_____ 2. Respond appropriately _____ 7. Look for errors
_____ 3. Pay attention _____ 8. Defer judgment
_____ 4. Show signs of impatience _____ 9. Solve the speaker’s problem
_____ 5. Show that you're listening _____ 10. Jump to conclusion

B. LEARN:
Do you know Michael Jackson? Are you familiar with his songs? All right! I am sure you have
listened to one of his hit songs “Heal the World”.

Task 1: YOU COMPLETE ME. Try to complete the lyrics of the first part of the song.
Task 2: TEST YOUR UNDERSTANDING. Answer the Processing Questions which focus on the
message and activity in Task 1:
1. What is the song all about?

2. How can people heal the world?

3. What difficulties did you encounter while answering the tasks?

4. How were you able to overcome the difficulties in answering the tasks?

5. When can we use the information we listened to?

6. What is listening? How do we listen?

LESSON PROPER: ACTIVE LISTENING

Hear What People Are Really Saying

Listening is one of the most important skills you can have. How well you listen has a major impact on
your job effectiveness and on the quality of your relationships with others.
For instance:
• We listen to obtain information.
• We listen to understand.
• We listen for enjoyment.
• We listen to learn.
 Given all the listening that we do, you would think we'd be good at it! In fact,most of us are not,
and research suggests that we only remember between 25% and 50% of what we hear, as described by
Edgar Dale's Cone of Experience. That means that when you talk to your boss, colleagues, customers,
or spouse for 10 minutes, they pay attention to less than half of the conversation.
Clearly, listening is a skill that we can all benefit from improving. By becoming a better listener,
you can improve your productivity, as well as your ability to influence, persuade and negotiate.
What's more, you'll avoid conflict and misunderstandings. All of these are necessary for workplace
success!

About Active Listening

The way to improve your listening skills is to practice “active listening.” This is where you make
a conscious effort to hear not only the words that another person is saying but, more importantly, the
complete message being communicated.
In order to do this, you must pay attention to the other person very carefully. You cannot allow
yourself to become distracted by whatever else may be going on around you, or by forming counter
arguments while the other person is still speaking, nor can you allow yourself to get bored and lose
focus on what the other person is saying.
Acknowledgement can be something as simple as a nod of the head or a simple “uh huh.” You
aren't necessarily agreeing with the person; you are simply indicating that you are listening. Using
body language and other signs to acknowledge you are listening can also help you to pay attention.
Try to respond to the speaker in a way that will encourage him to continue speaking, so that you can
get the information that you need. While nodding and “uh huhing” says you're interested, an
occasional question or comment to recap what has been said also communicates that you are listening
and understanding his message.

Becoming an Active Listener

There are five key active listening techniques you can use to help you
become a more effective listener:
1. Pay Attention
Give the speaker your undivided attention and acknowledge the message. Recognize that non-
verbal communication also “speaks” loudly.
• Look at the speaker directly.
• Put aside distracting thoughts.
• Don't mentally prepare a rebuttal!
• Avoid being distracted by environmental factors (for example, side conversations).
• “Listen” to the speaker's body language.

2. Show That You're Listening

Use your own body language and gestures to show that you are engaged.
• Nod occasionally.
• Smile and use other facial expressions.
• Make sure that your posture is open and interested.
• Encourage the speaker to continue with small verbal comments like yes,
and “uh huh.”

3. Provide Feedback
Our personal filters, assumptions, judgments, and beliefs can distort what we
hear. As a listener, your role is to understand what is being said. This may
require you to reflect on what is being said and to ask questions.
• Reflect on what has been said by paraphrasing. “What I'm hearing is...,” and
“Sounds like you are saying...,” are great ways to reflect back.
• Ask questions to clarify certain points. “What do you mean when you say....”
“Is this what you mean?”
• Summarize the speaker's comments periodically.

4. Defer Judgment
Interrupting is a waste of time. It frustrates the speaker and limits full
understanding of the message.
• Allow the speaker to finish each point before asking questions.
• Don't interrupt with counter arguments.

5. Respond Appropriately
Active listening is designed to encourage respect and understanding. You are
gaining information and perspective. You add nothing by attacking the speaker
or otherwise putting her down.
• Be candid, open, and honest in your response.
• Assert your opinions respectfully.
• Treat the other person in a way that you think he/she would want to be
treated.

C. ENGAGE
Task 3: LISTEN, READ, AND UNDERSTAND. Listen to an informative discussion about corona-
virus using the link below. If you have no access to the internet, read the following text.

What is Coronavirus and How to Protect Yourself?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the expert body on
coronavirus, has released guidance for general public and healthcare
professionals on the symptoms of the virus.
What signs and symptoms should you look out for? A person could be at risk
if they have any or all of the following: fever and symptoms of lower respiratory
illness, such as coughing or difficulty breathing, after travelling to Wuhan or
having close contact with someone who was ill and is now under investigation for
the virus in the past two weeks, fever or symptoms of lower respiratory illness
after having close contact in the past two weeks with someone who's been
confirmed to have the virus. The CDC defined “close contact” as being within
about 6 feet (1.8 m) “or within the room or care area” of a person with the
coronavirus for a prolonged period without appropriate protective clothing, or
“having direct contact with infectious secretions” of a person with the virus
without protectiveclothing.
Which people should be extra careful? Coronaviruses are particularly
dangerous for people who have weaker immune systems, like young children
and older adults.
How to protect yourself? To protect yourself from the virus, try to avoid
contact with people who display symptoms similar to those of pneumonia or the
common cold, like coughing or a runny nose. Don't touch your eyes, nose, or
mouth with unwashed hands. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water,
and scrub for at least 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer when
possible. Avoid animals and animal markets. The only current treatment for
Coronavirus being offered is supportive in nature. If you notice any of these signs
and symptoms, please contact your nearest Professional Healthcare setup. Help
spread this information to everyone (Source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=FC4soCjxSOQ).

Task 4: LET’S TALK. Finish the dialog based on the information taken from the listening text.

Matthew: Mom, will you please help me with my assignment? Our teacher asked us to look for
information about coronavirus.
Mother: I think I can help you with it. I have listened to news about coronavirus recently.
Matthew: What was the news all about, mom?
1. Mother: _______________________________________________________. Guidance on
the symptoms of the virus was also released.
Matthew: Who released the guidance on the symptoms of the virus?
2. Mother: _______________________________________________________.
Matthew: To whom do you think is the information intended for, mom?
3. Mother: _______________________________________________________.
Matthew: Please tell me about the signs and symptoms of coronavirus. I become
more curious about it.
4. Mother: _______________________________________________________.
Matthew: How, then, can we protect ourselves from coronavirus?
5. Mother: _______________________________________________________.
Matthew: Thank you so much for the information, mom.
Mother: It’s my pleasure to help, Mat.

D. APPLY

Directions: Read each item carefully and WRITE YOUR ANSWERS ON THE
SPACES PROVIDED FOR YOU. (Note: Answers for every part can be in
any order.)
A. Name the four (4) purposes of listening.
1. _________________________________
2. _________________________________
3. _________________________________
4. _________________________________
B. Give three (3) benefits of listening.
5. _________________________________
6. _________________________________
7. _________________________________
C. List down the five (5) key active listening techniques used to help one become
a more effective listener.
8. _________________________________
9. _________________________________
10. ________________________________
11. ________________________________
12. ________________________________
D. Provide three (3) ways on how to provide feedback.
13. _________________________________
14. _________________________________
15. ________________________________

V. Reflection:
This lesson enabled me to learn that ___________________________________

.
It made me realize that ________________________________________________
 .
I, therefore, commit to _________________________________________________

VI. REFERENCES

“Active Listening.” Accessed on July 12, 2020 from

https://www.mindtools.com/CommSkll/ActiveListening.htm.

“Brochure Grading Rubric.” Accessed on July 12, 2020 from

https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleins
tanceid=573&dataid=1819&FileName=Brochure%20Rubric_1.pdf.

Cabbab, Julita and Fred Anthony Cabbab. Speech Com Manual. Philippines:
Bookmark Inc., 1994.

Flores, Carmelita S. and Evelyn B. Lopez. Effective Speech Communication, Fifth

Edition. Philippines: National Book Store, 2008.

“Heal the World Lyrics.” Accessed on July 12, 2020 from

https://www.letssingit.com/michael-jackson-lyrics-heal-the-world-8614bvx.

“Heal the World.” Youtube.com. Accessed on July 12, 2020 from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWf-eARnf6U.

“Michal Jackson - Heal the World” - a song activity with different tasks worksheet.
ESL Printables.com. Accessed on July 12, 2020 from
https://www.eslprintables.com/worksheets_with_songs/michael_jackson/hea
l_the_world_michael_jackson/Michal_Jackson_Heal_the_worl_364481/.

“What is Coronavirus and How to Protect Yourself?” Accessed on July 12, 2020
from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FC4soCjxSOQ.
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Prepared by:

Jozyl B. Militar

John Vincent O. Robis

Maribel D. Olchondra

Martin Rey G. De Paz

Writers

Checked & Reviewed by:

Michael L. Esposo
Head, JHS Academic Dept.
 Approved:

Dolorita E. Gorembalem
Secondary School Principal II

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