BUILDING ACTIVE LISTENING SKILLS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDENTS
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Active listening, English as a Foreign Language (EFL), listening comprehension, pedagogical techniques, metacognition, authentic materials, communication skills, language acquisition, pre-listening, while-listening and post-listening exercises.Abstract
One of the most crucial abilities a person can possess is listening. A learner's listening skills have a significant influence on both them and the calibre of their interpersonal relationships. Listening is the hardest talent to master. This article highlights how crucial it is for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners to improve their active listening abilities. It differentiates active listening from passive reception, highlighting its multifaceted nature encompassing comprehension, retention, and strategic response. The paper identifies common challenges faced by EFL learners in listening and comprehensively outlines a range of pedagogical techniques, categorized into pre-listening, while-listening, and post-listening phases, designed to cultivate effective active listening. Furthermore, it emphasizes the role of metacognition, authentic materials, and technology in fostering these vital communication competencies.
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