Listening: Sophisticated Active Listening & Application C2 - Lesson 2: Critically Analyzing and Synthesizing Information from Multiple Spoken Sources

C2 Critical Listening: Synthesizing Multiple Sources CEFR Level C2 Lesson Goals This lesson focuses on the advanced skill of listening critically to multiple sources . You will practice analyzing, comparing, and synthesizing different perspectives to form a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of complex topics. Beyond Listening: The Art of Synthesizing At the C2 level, active listening evolves into a critical, analytical process. When faced with multiple spoken sources, your task is not simply to comprehend, but to act as an analyst, weaving together different threads of information to see the bigger picture. The 4-Step Synthesis Process: Analyze Source A: Listen to identify the speaker's core argument, perspective, and supporting evidence. Note key phrases and the overall tone. Analyze Source B: Do the same for the second speaker. Note their argument, perspective, and evidence separately. Compare & Contrast: Juxtapose your notes. Where do the viewpoints converge (agree) or diverge …