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Download full textSmith, Carl B., Ed. – 2003
This topical bibliography and commentary consists of research summaries which address the challenges of creating an effective public presentation. The research articles discussed in the bibliography/commentary are geared toward teaching students to better present information with an emphasis on the primary importance of content above empty…
Descriptors: Audience Awareness, Bibliographies, Communication Apprehension, Communication Skills
ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading, English, and Communication, Bloomington, IN. – 2001
This book, one of a series, focuses on how parents can communicate better with children and help them improve their speaking and listening skills. The message of the series urges parents and children to spend time together, talk about stories, and learn together. The first part of each book presents stories appropriate for varying grade levels,…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Elementary Education, Listening Habits, Listening Skills
Smith, Carl B., Ed. – 2003
Students develop skills from learning to listen and from having someone listen to them. While most educators assume that listening is a matter of choice, not ability, listening is actually something students have to be taught to do well. This topical bibliography and commentary summarizes several research studies which provide insight into skills…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Communication Skills, Elementary Secondary Education, Listening Skills
Cooper, Pamela J., Ed. – 1985
The activities included in this book are based on current theory on effective oral communication and are intended to increase students' repertoire and use of effective oral communication behaviors. Specifically, the book's activities are designed to (1) appeal to students of all ability levels; (2) provide for student interaction and involvement;…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Communication (Thought Transfer), Evaluation Criteria, Integrated Activities
Gray, Philip A. – 1984
The 40 references in this annotated bibliography are intended for educators concerned with assessment of basic speaking and listening skills, especially in the context of minimal competency testing and basic skill improvement programs. The materials cited do the following: (1) address broad assessment issues; (2) review a variety of test…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Basic Skills, Communication Skills, Educational Assessment
Mead, Nancy A.; Rubin, Donald L. – 1985
Intended for administrators and policymakers as well as teachers, this digest explores methods of listening and speaking skills assessment. The digest first provides a rationale for teaching and assessing listening and speaking skills. It then examines definitions of oral communication and listening, noting (1) the trend toward defining oral…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Elementary Secondary Education, Listening Comprehension Tests, Listening Skills
