CMST 2010 Quiz: Chaper 6 Booknotes (98% on the test)
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Hearing occurs when a sound wave hits an eardrum. The resulting vibrations or stimulus are sent to the brain. We define hearing as a physical process of letting in auditory stimuli, but without trying to understand that stimuli. Working memory theory states that we can pay attention to several stimuli and simultaneously store stimuli for future reference. When we try to organize the stimuli, we have to retrieve previous experiences and information to match it to the current stimuli. We find ourselves hearing a lot of stimuli throughout the day. Whether it"s the buzz of lights, music in a restaurant or the sounds of cars passing the street, most of us are able to continue our conversations without attending to these noises. Being a good listener is much more than letting in audible stimuli. Listening is a communication activity that requires us to be thoughtful. Unlike hearing, listening is a learned communication skill.
