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Dialogic listening

What is dialogic listening? A clear definition from the hearing section of our glossary, with 14 related terms and further reading.

Definition of Dialogic listening

Dialogic listening is an alternative to active listening which was developed by John Stewart and Milt Thomas. The word ‘dialogue’ originated from the Greek words ‘dia’, meaning ‘through’, and ‘logos’, meaning ‘words’. Thus dialogic listening means learning through conversation. Dialogic listening is also known as ‘relational listening’ because with the help of exchange of ideas while listening, we also indirectly create a relation when we use Dialogic listening.

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What is Dialogic listening?

Dialogic listening is an alternative to active listening which was developed by John Stewart and Milt Thomas. The word ‘dialogue’ originated from the Greek words ‘dia’, meaning ‘through’, and ‘logos’, meaning ‘words’.

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