Section 2
Stages of Listening
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By Boundless
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Boundless Communications
Communications
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The Receiving Stage
The first stage of the listening process is the receiving stage, which involves hearing and attending.
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The Understanding Stage
The understanding stage is the stage during which the listener determines the context and meanings of the words that are heard.
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The Evaluating Stage
The evaluating stage is the listening stage during which the listener critically assesses the information she's received from the speaker.
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The Responding Stage
The responding stage is when the listener provides verbal and/or nonverbal reactions to what she hears.
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The Remembering Stage
The remembering stage occurs as the listener categorizes and retains the information she's gathering from the speaker.