I think reviewing my notes soon after class is helpful because the information is still fresh in my mind. I can add anything I missed and highlight the most important points.

I think this is important because the teacher may give important information at the very end of class, so I should not stop taking notes early.

This is helpful because I can focus on getting the important information down first instead of worrying about spelling while the teacher is talking.

I agree because if my instructor writes something on the board or puts it in a presentation, I know it is probably important and I should add it to my notes.

This is important because trying to write down everything can make me fall behind. I should focus on the main ideas and important information instead.

I agree because arriving early gives me time to get settled and choose a seat where I can see and hear the instructor clearly.

I agree because when a teacher repeats something or says it is important, I know I should write it down in my notes because it may be important later.

I agree with this because I often use Google or my phone whenever I need information instead of trying to remember it. Having information available so easily can make us depend on technology more than our own memory.

The two types of key information cues in lectures are verbal and nonverbal cues. Nonverbal cues include facial expressions, gestures, and body movements. Verbal cues include transition words or statements that tell us when information is important or when the topic is changing

Pattern recognition — recognizing familiar sounds and separating them from background noise. Differencing — noticing changes and filtering out sounds that stay the same. Filters — our culture, language, values, beliefs, attitudes, expectations, and intentions affect what we pay attention to. 2. How and why are we “losing our ability to listen”? Recording technology — we rely on writing, audio, and video instead of carefully listening and remembering. The world is very noisy — constant background noise makes listening tiring. Headphones — they create personal “sound bubbles,” so shared listening happens less often. Impatience — people want quick information and short sound bites instead of listening carefully. Desensitization — loud media and constant stimulation make it harder to notice quiet or subtle information. Silence — spend about three minutes each day in silence. The Mixer — identify individual sounds in a noisy environment. Savoring — pay attention to and enjoy ordinary everyday sounds. Listening Positions — consciously change the way you listen depending on the situation. RASA — Receive, Appreciate,Summarize

My teacher sometimes walks closer to the class when something is important. She may make eye contact, raise her hand, or point to something on the board. When she becomes more serious or speaks while using hand gestures, I know I should pay closer attention and take notes.

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