Learn about the seven common barriers of listening and evaluate a conversation using the barriers.

In this learning object you'll review information for layman, executive, expert, technician and operator audiences for writing technical publications.

The learner will identify common barriers to effective listening.

Learners examine how language can interfere with clear communication. They select examples of ambiguity, assuring expressions, doublespeak euphemisms, jargon, emotive content, false implications, meaningless comparisons, and vagueness. In an interactive exercise, learners identify ways to overcome these barriers.