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Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills
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Active Listening: Enhancing Communication Skills

Hector Sandoval

Instructor: Hector Sandoval

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(219 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • 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. 

  • Enhance relationships by refining active listening in challenging situations for effective conflict resolution.

  • Navigate cross-cultural communication considerations and demonstrate respectful listening to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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There is 1 module in this course

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.

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21 videos6 readings1 assignment

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4.7 (66 ratings)
Hector Sandoval
Coursera Instructor Network
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