TRAINEE GUIDE - Recruit Training Command - The US Navy

TRAINEE GUIDE A-950-0001
A. Introduction
OUTLINE SHEET 2-06-1
LEARNING SKILLS
Early in your Navy career, most learning will be in a classroom; i.e.,
recruit training and "A" school; your success will depend on the use of good
listening and note-taking skills.
B. Enabling Objective(s):
39.1 Explain active listening.
39.2 Explain how an active listener prepares to listen.
39.3 Identify distractions that may inhibit learning and how to overcome
them.
39.4 Identify the purpose of note-taking during class.
39.5 Explain how to prepare for note-taking.
39.6 Identify helpful note-taking tips.
39.7 Explain how to use notes for study
39.8 Explain the five steps for taking and using notes.
39.9 Identify the purpose of tests.
39.10 Explain how to prepare for a test.
39.11 Identify the types of questions used on Recruit Training tests.
39.12 Explain the procedures for taking a test.
23.37 Explain the relationship between the Navy Core Values and learning
skills.
C. Topic Outline
1. Introduction
2. ____________ Listening
a. Goes beyond hearing; it involves thinking and interacting with
the information.
b. To ensure understanding, active listeners:
(1) Take ____________.
(2) Ask questions.
(3) ____________ the instructor’s opinion from fact.
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