Speaker-Listener Technique Worksheet

A Grade 4 ELA worksheet focusing on the Speaker-Listener Technique for effective communication and active listening skills.

Grade 4 ELA WritingWriting Organization and StructureSpeaker Listener Technique

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.4.3

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Speaker-Listener Technique

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Read the instructions carefully and answer all questions to the best of your ability. This worksheet helps you practice the Speaker-Listener Technique for clear communication.

The Speaker-Listener Technique is a special way to talk and listen to each other, especially when you have important things to say or when you might disagree. It helps make sure everyone feels heard and understood. Here’s how it works: **The Speaker's Job:** When it's your turn to be the speaker, you share your thoughts and feelings. You use “I” statements, like “I feel sad when…” or “I think we should…” You speak clearly and keep your message short. You also watch for the listener to show they understand. **The Listener's Job:** When you are the listener, your job is to pay close attention. You should not interrupt or offer advice. Instead, you listen carefully and then repeat back what you heard the speaker say. This is called 'paraphrasing.' For example, you might say, “So, what I hear you saying is that you feel sad when…” This shows the speaker you were listening and understood their message. If you didn't understand, the speaker can explain again. This technique helps prevent misunderstandings and makes conversations more respectful. It's a great tool for talking with friends, family, and teachers!

1. What is the main goal of the Speaker-Listener Technique?

To let one person always talk

To make sure everyone feels heard and understood

To win an argument

To avoid talking at all

2. What kind of statements should the speaker use?

“You always…” statements

“I feel…” statements

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Loud statements

1. When you are the listener, your job is to pay close .

2. Repeating back what you heard the speaker say is called .

3. The Speaker-Listener Technique helps prevent .

1. The listener should interrupt the speaker to offer advice.

True

False

2. The speaker should keep their message short and clear.

True

False

1. Imagine your friend tells you, “I’m upset because my dog ran away.” Using the Speaker-Listener Technique, what would you say as the listener to paraphrase what your friend said?