This activity includes a teacher-created Google Slideshow for assessment of active listening skills with a 30-minute podcast on a high-interest topic, a student note-taking handout, and a Google forms quiz.
This activity was created as a result of the ALEX Resource Development Summit.
This activity provides a teacher-created Google Slides Presentation meant to engage and inform students about the importance of active listening skills in everyday life as well as academic life. It includes tips and tricks for improving active listening skills, a link to a student self-assessment, a handout for taking notes while listening to a podcast, and a brief practice exercise.
This activity provides a teacher-made Google Slides document with a link to an episode of the Smithsonian's Sidedoor Podcast called "The Worst Video Game Ever." With this high-interest topic and student-friendly format, students will practice active listening skills to answer questions about the podcast. This resource can be used in a whole group, small group, or individual setting or as at-home practice.