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Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills

In workplace and personal interactions, mastering active listening is a crucial skill for effective communication and building meaningful relationships.

Hector Sandoval
Hector Sandoval
Business | core | 1 hour 30 minutes |   Published: Oct 2023
In partnership with: Coursera

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Overview

1KSTUDENTS*
96%RECOMMEND*

This course includes:

  • 1.5 hours of on-demand video  
  • Certificate of completion  
  • Direct access/chat with the instructor 
  • 100% self-paced online 

In workplace and personal interactions, mastering active listening is a crucial skill for effective communication and building meaningful relationships. This comprehensive course on Active Listening introduces learners to a range of techniques and strategies that empower them to become active listeners in various interpersonal contexts.   Whether you're a professional seeking to enhance your leadership skills, a team member aiming to improve collaboration, or an individual striving to strengthen personal connections, this course equips you with actionable tools to become a proficient active listener.  Active listening goes beyond passively hearing words; it involves empathetic engagement, understanding diverse perspectives, and responding thoughtfully. Throughout this course, participants will explore essential concepts like emotional intelligence, nonverbal communication, and cross-cultural considerations to become skilled listeners in both professional and personal settings.

Skills You Will Gain

Business
Communicate with Impact
Communication
Communication Skills
Communication Strategies

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

  • Understand the fundamental principles of active listening and apply practical techniques to engage in meaningful conversations.  
  • Recognize and interpret nonverbal cues to gather comprehensive insights during conversations. 
  • Refine active listening skills in challenging situations, such as conflicts and misunderstandings, to foster effective resolution and enhance relationships. 
  • Navigate cross-cultural communication considerations and demonstrate respectful listening to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites for this course. An open mind and a willingness to improve communication abilities will enhance the learning experience.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for professionals, leaders, team members, customer service representatives, students, and anyone eager to develop active listening skills to excel in their personal and professional lives.

Curriculum

Instructors

*Where courses have been offered multiple times, the “# Students” includes all students who have enrolled. The “%Recommended” shown is also based on this data.
Hector Sandoval

Hector Sandoval

As the Director of Content at Starweaver, they lead a collaborative effort with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and multimedia specialists to craft exceptional learning experiences. Their role involves overseeing teams and partners, setting quality standards for audio and video content, and defining instructional design to deliver captivating courses tailored to a diverse global audience. They also support senior leadership in promoting the brand across leading global enterprises and platforms, ensuring alignment with strategic plans, vision, mission, and goals. With over 30 years of experience as a Leadership Effectiveness Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, they possess a deep understanding of leadership, crisis management, and organizational development within the commercial aviation sector. Having worked with major international airlines and aerial emergency services providers, they have led teams in critical areas, including family assistance, media relations, and government coordination during complex situations such as airline accidents. Beyond their role at Starweaver, their career journey reflects a commitment to excellence and continuous learning. From founding their own consultancy to serving in interim management roles and executive positions within renowned aviation companies, they have consistently delivered results. Their extensive experience in HR, crisis management, and strategic alliances underscores their ability to provide valuable insights and guidance in online courses related to Learning & Development, Leadership Effectiveness, Global Aviation, and Crisis Management.
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1Module 0 - Learn the Core Principles of Active Listening
2Module 1 - Develop Emotional Intelligence Through Effective Active Listening
3Module 2 - Decode the Major Keys of Nonverbal Communication
4Module 3 - Applying Active Listening in Challenging Situations
5Module 4 - Navigating Cross Cultural Issues Through Active Listening

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Segment 11 - Analyzing Key Indicators of Body Language

Segment 12 - Identifying the Importance of Eye Contact in Communication Exchanges

Segment 13 - Applying Cultural Nuances in Nonverbal Communication

Segment 14 - Applying Non-Verbal Cues Through Active Listening

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Segment 7 - Improving Your Emotional Awareness During Everyday Conversations

Segment 8 - Building Rapport Through Emotional Intelligence

Segment 9 - Practicing Self-Awareness Through Emotional Regulation

Segment 10 - Overcoming Cognitive Biases Using Non-Judgmental Listening

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Segment 1 - Meet Your Instructor

Segment 2 - What is Active Listening?

Segment 3 - Connecting Through Empathetic Listening

Segment 4 - The Power of Silence and Pauses

Segment 5 - The Insights Gained Through Open-Ended Questions

Segment 6 - Identifying Multiple Perspectives Using Reflective Listening

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Segment 15 - Utilizing the Power of Conflict Resolution

Segment 16 - Maintaining Composure During Emotional Conversations

Segment 17 - Engaging in Reflecting Listening During Disagreements

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Segment 18 - Identifying Cultural Differences That Impact Norms and Values

Segment 19 - Adapting Active Listening Techniques Across Cultures

Segment 20 - Connecting with Global Audiences Using Active Listening

Segment 21 - Conclusion and Takeaways