Survey of recent literature regarding factors which influence critical listening

The purpose of this study was to survey recent literature regarding factors which exert influence on critical listening at elementary level. The specific objectives were to note if the listener were influenced by: 1) The speakers\u27 style of delivery, point of view, speech habits and voice. 2) The message, its content, importance and suitability. 3) Aspects in the environment such as ventilation, distractions and seating arrangement. 4) The listeners\u27 own qualifying background, poor listening habits and bias