Dialogic communication is the open sharing of ideas in an atmosphere of respect.
List and explain the barriers to active listening.
Inattention and distraction: External distractions and internal distractions
Scriptwriting and defensive listening: Thinking about what you will say next, and deciding that you won’t like what the speaker is going to say
Laziness and overconfidence: Thinking that you already know, or don’t need to know, what the speaker is going to say
Multitasking: Engaging in distracting activities such as text messaging, checking Facebook, or studying for another class while also attempting to listen
Cultural barriers: Different dialects or accents, nonverbal cues, word choices, or appearance