ABSTRACT
Those Listening Outcomes associated with the process of evaluating are explained.
Listening Outcome E1: Analyze Speaker Credibility
Listening Outcome E2: Determine the Ethical Dimensions of the Situation
Listening Outcome E3: Analyze Evidence and Reasoning
Listening Outcome E4: Identify Emotional Appeals
Listening Outcome E5: Maintain an Open Mind
The specific “Skills for Success” associated with each of the above Evaluating Outcomes are described, and a series of individual and group activities that assist students in developing their listening effectiveness is provided for each outcome. The chapter concludes with a brief self-assessment.
