Listening Skills – comprehension (Introduction)

Listening comprehension is more than just hearing a sound or what is said. It is the understanding of the message. This includes awareness of the meaning and language structure of the words used as well as the meaning derived from tone of voice, phrasing, rhythm, and inflection. Good listening comprehension is important for reading comprehension and for verbal and written expression of thoughts and feelings. Activities include Listen and Do, Listen and Use, prediction, labeling, and listening for details.