Essays on Listening

Rhetorical propaganda can almost hypnotize listeners; the danger is that the techniques convince people to agree with very shaky theories. The essay Passmore uses many of the tricky devices to hook white listeners to believing she is speaking the truth. This essay discusses these devices by giving examples and showing how to recognize them.
In the very first two sentences the author uses a strategy that has been working very well in the United States for years. She tells her white listeners that they are a group that faces a frightening future because they are afraid. Fear is a Continue reading...

Part One

- I will be talking about the relationship between me and my brother. I am nine years his senior and because of the age gap, we did not grow up being close to each other. He was always alone and would do most things himself, but there are also instances when he would come to me for something.
- Our relationship is working well. Despite the big age difference and his preference to be by himself most of the time, we understand each other well. He respects me, and that includes my things. He does not go through my Continue reading...

Overview

Balanced literacy involves language arts acquisition using a program consisting of word study, small strategy groups, and interactive read aloud, along with shared, independent, and guided reading. These essential components help a learner to understand written and spoken communication by emphasizing on reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing. Literacy is an important aspect everyday activities and modern social networks emphasize this, people cannot “Tweet” and comment if they do not write.
Yet even with increasing trends in globalization some children are more advanced, and some need to learn solutions to their education challenges. Balanced literacy instruction supports students’ need Continue reading...

Abstract

English is a global language that started in Europe but has been adapted by other countries as a lingua franca. It is a language that is mainly used for communication between and among people. Just like any other language, English contains the four language skills that need to be mastered in order for an individual to manipulate the language for fluent communication. The four language skills include reading, listening, speaking and writing, the learners find them difficult, and this affects their education and communication. The focus is to explore strategies that help in the development of the four language Continue reading...

In the story “Miss Brill’ written by Katherine Mansfield, Miss Brill, a middle-aged, lonely old woman but she does not wish to be thought of like old and lonely. She refuses to accept the fact of her situation so she pretends that she is an actress and removes herself from her situation. She passes the time going to the park and listening to the conversations of other people and listening to the band play. She observes and criticizes others but does not see her own self. Whenever she begins to see herself as old she brushes that thought away. Continue reading...

For example Elizabeth L. Angeli, Department of Psychology, State University.

This research was supported in part by a grant from the Sample Grant
Program.
Angeli, Department of English, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 55555
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Major Depressive Disorder is marked by recursive episodes of low feelings in mood, shallow mindedness and persistent felling deep chasm in oneself. This can be accompanied by low self-esteem and loss of interest in pleasurable activities such as listening to music, playing games, watching movies, etc. The subject continuously displays a sad attitude and lack of interest in life. The victim Continue reading...

Introduction

Hostage negotiation is a crisis negotiation technique that involves communication with people who are threatening to inflict harm on defenceless civilians. The negotiations are usually between the hostage taker and the authority. A police psychologist can play the role of primary negotiator or advisor in a hostage crisis. A hostage negotiator is a specially trained law enforcement officer whose job is to diffuse situations that may have otherwise turned out hazardous. The police psychologist never works alone but is always part of the rescue team which may be the FBI, or the Police. An ideal negotiation is one whereby Continue reading...

Body language

Body language is an essential part of communication. Human beings pass most of their communication through body language. The human mind is wired to decipher the non-verbal cues passed by the body before the mind interprets the audio signals produced by the mouth. People can communicate through nonverbal cues without uttering a single word. Body language entails facial expressions, gestures and body posture. The three non- verbal cues make an integral part of the body language. Body language is the most common means of communication; however, body language is understood by few people in the society. There some common Continue reading...

Introduction

Planning is the basic factor that every individual needs to incorporate in his or her everyday activities. Planning is a managerial function that ensures that the manager is aware the objectives that he or she needs to achieve within a set timeline at the minimum cost of time and resources. It is essential for every person to conduct a personal evaluation in a bid to prepare him/her ahead of the tasks awaiting him. I have engaged in several roles responsibilities where I acquired major functions of management. During that period, several senior managers noted my promising performance and coordinating Continue reading...

- Academic goal: Improve my mathematics, geology, physics, and chemistry scores in order to apply for a petroleum engineering course in my top three universities by May
I have done my research on the current international job markets and realized that, there is an increasing need for the petroleum engineers in the extraction and other processes in oil drilling. Coupled with my interest in engineering, I have learnt that I need to develop my mathematics, geology, physics, and chemistry grades as well as improve my GPA to at 3.7 in order to successfully apply for the petroleum engineering in my Continue reading...

One of the most brilliant songs with amazing vocals and vocals arrangement in the history of songs is the song “We are the World”. The song embraces a wide range of dynamics, sound quality with backing vocals to give a wonderful connection to the lyrics. Notably to this is the chorus where the artists blend their voices to produce amazing vocals. The dynamics of the vocals in the song help connect the lyrics of the song by appealing to the listeners depending on the person they are listening to since the song is composed of different artists all with Continue reading...

Despite the fact, that both meditation and prayer are the methods of obtaining the religious experience. However, those are not the same despite the fact that many scholars and mystics claim that meditation and prayer are of the same matter.
The word "Meditation" (Meditatio) is of a Latin origin. It didn`t come from pagan religions, but from the Christian West. It correlates with the verb "meditor" or "to meditate", ponder and means the deep concentration associated with a detachment from external objects and individual inner experiences. The Christian West gave it two meanings. On the one hand, it Continue reading...

- In the case “Fraunhofer and MP3” case (Opening case, Chapter 9, Schiller, 2013), what industry conditions lead to the revolution in audio distribution described in the case? Which stakeholders stand to benefit most (or least) from this revolution?
The innovative culture of technology is one element that cannot be controlled when it comes to its manner of embracing the concept of progress. It could be realized that through the different advancements in technology, the manner of creating and distributing music has changed through time. Among such developments include the creation of several music files into particular formats that Continue reading...

Introduction

English is one of the most spoken languages in the world. It has spread from the European countries to other countries and thus it transitioned into a global language. The teaching of English varies within the different levels of education. Today, in most European countries, English is taught as a foreign language for better understanding and fluent communication between and among people. English, just as any other language, has four language skills that one must follow in order to have enough knowledge on it. The four language skills include; listening, reading, speaking and writing. This essay explores strategies that Continue reading...

Reflection and self-awareness

Part 1: As you have developed through level 4 have your views of the professional’s role altered and why is this?
My views of the professional’s role have with no doubt altered with time. I have come to understand that professionalism is not all about academic qualifications but the ethics, conduct and integrity of a professional. I have come to realize that there are indeed set standards by given professional bodies. A professional cannot just act based on their own feelings but must pursue to carry out their obligations to the very best that they can. The Continue reading...

- Communication (listening actively to others)
Although listening and hearing may seem to be synonyms, it is not quite correct. There is some difference between them. When a person hears, it is only the process where ears are involved. When a person listens to something, he or she thinks the information over, analyzes it and makes conclusions.
Active listening is a method used to better understand a person, his or her psychological state. There are several basic features of active listening:
- When a person listens actively, he or she avoid talking;
- It helps to avoid conflicts, because each Continue reading...

I often dream of a beautiful, lush forest with trees that tower with outstretched branches, propped on top of rugged icy peaks, swaying to and fro in the cooing winds, losing a branch or a leaf here and there. This forest that I dream of is nothing more than an imaginary place, and for some reason I have never wandered father, I just stand in one place admiring those towering trees and listening to the whispering of the wind. So, since I have to write about a place I have visited before, I would like to imagine what it Continue reading...

Planning the Project

Lack of good communication in organizations has led to disagreements and frustrations among the employees. It leaves the employees tentative of what is expected of them leading low productivity. High dissatisfaction among employees manifests itself in absenteeism, turnover, and other undesired behaviors. To deal with this, it is essential to design a project which will effectively minimize the problem and prevent deep-rooted problems in the future. This is the three steps effective approach which will boost employee motivation and boost their morale thus preventing their turnover.
The first step is to give a listening ear to the employees and Continue reading...

Introduction

Music therapy is an evidence-based clinical use of musical interventions to achieve individual goals within a therapeutic relationship by a certified practitioner. Music therapy may sound not like a very much practiced medical procedure but that is not true. In fact, music therapy dates back as early as ancient civilizations like Egyptian, Indus valley and old Chinese civilization. Music combined with various dance forms was used at that time to treat various illnesses. Even today music therapy is used to address physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs of an individual. After assessing the problems of a patient, a certified Continue reading...

Introduction

The development of English as a first or second language comprises four strategic domains. These include listening, reading, speaking and writing. An English language learner can either attend classes to learn the language from a teacher or tutor or may simply learn through association with frequent English as the way children learn language from their parents and peers. In the class contexts, learning of English required skills from the tutor as well as other learning materials like audio-visuals that are meant to reinforce written or spoken words from the teacher. The learning of English focuses on a few critical Continue reading...

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Reflective Report

According to Aristotle, the vocation of an individual lies where his talents and the needs of the world cross. Honestly, there are not many people that are actually excited about their job. Achieving job satisfaction is not something accidental; many people who are satisfied with their job have spent considerable amount of time discovering what they want to do. In today’s society it is essential to have the ability of taking charge of life choice and career (Finger and Asún, 2000, p.112). A person in his professional life is responsible for lifelong Continue reading...

Introduction

Ethnic music is something magnificent and different. When listening to it, one can feel support, cheering, sadness and sympathy. Sometimes ethnic music can bring a person to the highest tops, as well as reveal the most hidden secrets of a culture. In my opinion, ethnic music is something that makes the modern world not so cold and indifferent. The point is that modern music is alike: songs have the same rhythm lyrics have the same rhymes. Everything is similar. On the other hand, there is ethnic music. Ethnic music is like a breath fresh air. There are so many Continue reading...

Response to Chapter 5: “Verticals of Adam”

Initially, the author notes that literal works mainly conforms to the principle of mythology. The Chapter identifies the Bible and classical teachings as complete mythical works that can constructively be utilized in teaching literature. This is an informed observation since one understands a literal work by visualizing and reflecting on the imaginary scenario presented by a myth. It is apparent that abstraction is essential in comprehending the reality. A person learns practical concepts by thinking about the situation presented by a mythical story. In essence, myths act as a ground or background from which a person constructs thoughtful ideas Continue reading...

Merits of Television use

Since the invention of the Television as one of the media source to spread information, it has set itself apart from other media with it distinct capability to offer the viewer’s sight, sound and motion. All these forms of characteristic features contribute to the development of emotional responses from the viewer while watching TV. This contributes to its spontaneous popularity after the invention. Apart from the fact that it was expensive during the early periods of creation, the fact is that information were spread much more easily for viewers. This is simply because people were able to recall Continue reading...

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Introduction

Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by the blood on the walls of the artery. Measuring the blood pressure is done in mmHg or millimeters of mercury and is given by two numbers. The number on the top shows the maximum pressure that is exerted by the heart while beating also known as systolic pressure. The bottom number shows the quantity of pressure in the arteries between heartbeats also known as the diastolic pressure. The difference that occurs between the top number and the lower one is referred to as the pulse pressure. Heart rate is Continue reading...

Business Strategies in Introducing New Products in the Market

The pricing strategy to be taken into account for this particular product would be based on the principles of the limit price approach. This approach intends to monopolize the prices of the product therefore protecting the company’s status in the market in relation to the emergence of competitors. The holo-generator is noted to be the first of its kind in the market; no other music gadgets and/or other technologies are like it in the market. Offering such a new product then gives the company an edge and command to the pricing of the product. To avoid immediate entrant Continue reading...

Internal customer service is the interaction between employees who support the company and those who work directly with the customers. The ways employees treat each other and find solutions internally has an effect on the bottom line and the customers.
It was observed that effective listening took place in the company. This is because all the departments in the stores were working together for best results. Mavis L Davidson took down notes in the companies meeting showing effective listening.
The major aim of any communication is to pass information and that information must be understood. It is worth noting Continue reading...

1. Name the five listening and response styles. For the statement below, respond in all five styles using one or two sentences for each response.
Sarah says to John, “Between taking care of my family, working a job, and going to school, sometimes I just don’t know which end is up, and I get so exhausted!”

The following are the listening and response styles in communication

Interpretive response mainly focuses at informing the sender the meaning of the problem one faces as well as their feelings. For example, “You are worried yet you are involved in many activities which are tiresome and important.”
Supportive response mainly serves to Continue reading...

Music is an art widely appreciated for its effect on the human psyche. Researchers are increasingly drawn to study the effect of music in the day-to-day lives of people with a bias toward quantifying its scope of impact and understand it as they do science. Personality theorists, cognitive psychologists and applied psychologists alike are interested in how a musical distraction has varying effects on the cognitive task performance per individual. Uhrbrock (1961) noted that amongst other observations, the quality of work can be adversely affected by the use of music in the work situation and Instrumental, rather than vocal, Continue reading...

Improvised Electronic Devices

Introduction
This paper will focus on hardware and software systems that are used in The clearance of IEDs. The researcher will focus more in the hardware and software used in the clearance of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). This is because this is the area where the researcher understands. Most of the software and hardware that the researcher will focus on will be those that are used for clearing IEDs. The fight against IEDs has been an issue of concern for many bodies including the GAO and the Department of Defense. There are many deaths of the military which have Continue reading...

What is Up? Graff’s Book

In his book “They Say I Say. Hidden Intellectualism” Graff is focused on the pedagogy issues that are related to the bringing up the new generation of people who are convinced in the priorities of living and thinking in an intellectual way. The ideas expressed by Graff are useful from many points of views, especially in the context of formation ideals in the new generation. Graff is convinced that every issue in modern life, even in the frames of our consuming world can be discussed and regarded intellectually. In his opinion, the task of education is to make youth Continue reading...

Chapter 4: Reading and Language Arts

- Integrated units or lessons wherein the teacher incorporates reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities, but with guided focus on reading and writing throughout the student’s education. The curriculum must be continuous with particular focus on reading and writing instruction, and independent reading and writing.
- I can integrate language arts with other concepts in different units by providing the students various opportunities to use language, whether it is by writing, speaking, listening, or reading. Another way is to structure lessons in other subjects in a way that the students would have to practice their reading, writing, listening, Continue reading...

Test Evaluation Report

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Test Evaluation Report

Introduction

The report is going to address a number of issues in relation to the test meant for administration. The paper will evaluate whether the content covered through the questions asked will attain the intended purpose. It will identify the level that the exam will be relevant either by use of the age or grade levels. It will determine the test’s appropriateness to the candidate’s capability. It will evaluate the practicability of administering the test in terms of its affordability, period, space requirements, specialized supervision and invigilation, and specialized materials and equipment. The Continue reading...

Being a good listener can seem like an easy thing to do. Many people believe that the mere act of having ears means that they are doing their job to show that they are listening. They think to themselves, “I am a person who can hear. How could anybody think I am not listening to them?!” But just having ears is not all there is to being a good listener; it takes much more. There are things such as eye contact, nonverbal communication, and gestures that can let a person know that you are listening. In settings such as Continue reading...

Aristotle’s Ethics

Happiness
Aristotle in one of his most influential work, the Nicomachean Ethics, presented a theory of happiness 2300 years ago. In this theory they tried to answer a key question, which is, what was the ultimate purpose of human existence? What should be the end goal towards which we should be directing our energies? In his opinion, everyone is looking for “pleasure, wealth, and a good reputation”. In his opinion, while each of these has some value, neither of them can replace the relevance of chief good for which humanity should aim. The chief good or the ultimate aim Continue reading...

Answer the questions

Step 1
There is lack of proper communication between the owner of the restaurant and the chef. The owner, who is supposed to entrust the chef with the management of the restaurant is instead engaging the chef in an argument during working hours in the kitchen. The chef exhibits poor anger management skills. We can see the chef kicking and throwing kitchen utensils. This shows complete disregard for the working environment. There is an obvious lack of respect and etiquette amongst members of staff. The chef is so to the extent that loud customers in the dining room can Continue reading...

Business Communication

Human relations constitute the basis of communication, collaboration and progress. At times, these positive outcomes of human relation interactions can suffer breakages, which generate conflicts. There are various causes and sources of conflicts and their effects are varied, but there are also effective strategies for managing the conflicts.
In their study, “Business Communication”, Shwom and Snyder dedicate an entire chapter, entitled “Working with others. Interpersonal, Intercultural, and Team Communication”, for identifying the causes and sources of conflict as well as for presenting ways and strategies to manage conflicts.
Communication is composed of two segments: speaking and listening and both Continue reading...

Learning disabilities, sometimes also known as disorders, pertain to different forms of learning problems that can be detected as early as childhood. It is not an issue on the intellectual capacity of a child or the motivation to learn because some children with learning disorders are as smart as any other regular kid. What makes a child with learning disabilities unlike any other children is that the child’s brain is wired differently. Learning disorders affects the way children receive, process, and use information and involves problems with reading, writing, speaking, listening, and answering math problems.
Understanding that a Continue reading...

McDonald's book is one that helps one get back on the track of life organization of life especially after the chaos experienced during the holidays. Chapters twelve and thirteen are especially important in tackling the issues and challenges of everyday life. Other than the bible, this is one of the most direct books that provide guidance on how to handle issues of everyday life. One of the most important advices evident in the book is especially important for people who have a tendency to procrastinate and overload their calendars. Apparently, this is how people lose sight of the structure Continue reading...

Tuesday November 4, of 2008 will remain monumental in American history because an African American president got elected to serve the people of United States. What made Barrack Obama manage to conquer the traditional barriers of ethnicity and race to become crucial figure in the history of United States? Barrack Obama’s leadership strategies surround on two fundamental factors. One, his unique communication abilities which made him win support from diverse coalitions in United States; secondly, his competent abilities in leading and launching a formidable organization. Through the two leadership strategies, Obama displayed managerial and leadership skills of the Continue reading...