Active listening can be tough in 11th grade literature classes. This is especially true when students find it hard to use feedback well.

1. Challenges of Active Listening:

• Distraction: Students often think about their reply instead of really paying attention to what others are saying.
• Assessment Anxiety: Worrying about what others think can make it hard to participate fully.

2. Impact on Speaking Skills:

• If students don’t listen well, they miss chances to improve their speaking through helpful feedback.
• When they don’t fully understand, their contributions to class discussions may not be as meaningful.

3. Possible Solutions:

• Having structured feedback sessions can help students focus on understanding, not just speaking.
• Practicing how to restate what others said or summarize can help students listen better, which will improve their speaking skills too.