Practical Book Review Practical Book Review: Why Don’t We Listen Better? LaTasha Daniel Liberty University Practical Book Review: Why Don’t We Listen Better? Summary “Why Don’t We Listen Better”, a resource book written by James C. Peterson informing readers about effective listening and improving communication skills by sharing his personal and seminary training experiences. “The word communication derives from the root “to commune,” It has at least two levels-sharing information and connecting with others” (Peterson, 2007, p 18). Petersen start out in part one of his book with discussing how he learned the value of communication balancing through observation of
Thoreau believed there are two sides of beings, spiritual and animal, and one has to become both in order to develop themselves. He admits he too has a barbaric side with sudden urges to indulge in woodchuck every now and then. He values both his spiritual and animal side, however he still knows which side to value more. The more one becomes involved in something they do, the more sensual they become, and the more simple, the more human. To bring out ones savage side is just to learn that they do not in fact need it.
Effective communication is vital when developing positive relationships with children young people and adults. Some people really struggle with their learning or they may have confidence issues, these issues may stop them from communicating freely. Treating them in a calm, friendly, positive, and praising manner could mean the difference between them trusting me and closing down completely and giving up. It is important to have a positive relationship with children and young adults because if they feel comfortable and secure with the adult and their setting whether it is a childminder, a nursery or a school they will separate more easily from their parent or carer. If they feel emotionally secure they are more likely to participate in the play and learning activities.
This may then result in them not wanting to join in in activities or even find it as an excuse to play up. It may also seem acceptable behaviour which they may also copy outside the classroom. 2) Poor communication and/or no respect between adults in a setting. If adults, such as teachers talking to other teachers or teachers talking to
Non-verbal language may support or contradict verbal messages. • Once students start to share their understanding of what the tutor said, there is potential for clarification. However, noise may interfere with the communication process. • When the students ask the tutor for clarification they receive feedback on their initial interpretation of the message, which may reinforce the alignment between the tutor's message and the student's understanding of the message, provided that the tutor maintains message
Most students try to avoid being lectured or get in trouble for something they can avoid. This is definitely extrinsic motivation that in turn create intrinsic motivation. Also, being able to see others students succeed around them can also motivate. If I don't care about my homework but I see that my friends do, I might be more likely to start caring about it
Pollan’s enticing style of the book kept something that could have been extremely boring very engaging. He also took a complex subject and made it easier for readers to understand what he was trying to convey. You can say it is a modern twist to a dietary guideline book of dos and don’ts with a little bit of politics involved. Pollan explains that the government, scientist, and even nutritionist have been distorting, and confusing consumers with the foods that are out in market these days. For example, Pollan talks about margarine, and how scientists “claim” that it is a better, and cheaper substitute for butter, but it contains all these unnecessary ingredients that could be more harmful to the human body.
| | |“Topic sentences make a point and give reasons or examples to support it” (Hornbeck). | |MLA Format and Documentation |“The Modern Language Association provides a method for source citation that is used in most humanities courses”| |by Roxy Hornbeck |(Hornbeck). | | |“Put only the page number in parentheses when you have already mentioned the author name” (Hornbeck). | |Critical Think |“No matter the area of study, the application of critical thinking skills leads to clear and flexible thinking | | |and a better understanding of the subject at hand” (DasBender 38). | | |“To be a critical thinker you not only have to have an informed opinion about the text but also a thoughtful
He teaches his student the way he believes what the right way was, and impart in his students mind what he thinks was the truth or the fact. Then the student trusts and absorbs the educator’s idea believing he has all the credentials to teach effectively. Sometimes the student questions it, but most of the time he won’t. But, Tompkins had said something about questioning facts or evidence, she said, “This doesn’t mean you have to accept just anybody’s facts. You can show that what someone else asserts to be fact is false” (118).
Although many people may not like natural food because it do not have not flavor, natural food does provide enough nutrients, so people can have more energy in their daily life performance. For instance, when I eat homemade food, I have sufficient energy to be able to study, play soccer, and go to work. Therefore, I enjoy more to eat homemade food than eating processing food. Pollen believes Cooking is one of the most important health consequences of buying food from local farmers” (Pollen539) I agree, because I feel so different when I do not eat homemade food. As a result, eating homemade food with natural ingredients, it would help me out to do better of my daily activities.