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29 July 2011
5 ways to listen better: Julian Treasure on TED.com
In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, “We are losing our listening.” In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening — to other people and the world around you. (Recorded at TEDGlobal 2011, July 2011, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Duration: 7:50.)
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Oct 10 2011
Listening (and speaking) IS taught in primary school – and i think secondary – in the UK. It is a crucial part of literacy, as listening is how we learn language. Unfortunately pressure to achieve grades on writing and maths mean the crucial skills of communication are often squeezed out. Teaching a lesson on listening for 30 kids is harder (and noisier!) than giving them a workshop on grammar. But it is also much more fun!
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james paul
Nice Article. I listened him.