Today is the final day of class, which means that everyone has to give their presentations. Nichole goes first and is pleasantly surprised by the intelligent questions her classmates ask. Sani starts his presentation with only 10 minutes left in class and notices that no one asks any questions afterwards. Explain Nichole and Sani’s experiences in terms of changing listening styles over the course of the class period.

What will be an ideal response?


For Nichole’s presentation, most students are likely engaging in a content-centered listening style. It’s the beginning of the class and people are attentive. For Sani’s presentation, most students are likely engaging in a time-centered listening style, because class is almost over.

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