COMMUNICATING EFFECTIVELY [Paperback]

Now in its eleventh successful edition,Communicating Effectivelypresents a comprehensive introduction to interpersonal, intercultural, professional, group, and public communication. Providing just the right amount of theory and research, the book is packed with thought-provoking prose and activities that engage student interest. A pragmatic approach enables students to appreciate ideas, concepts, and theories in their own lives.

Brief Contents

Contents

Preface

Part 1 Basic Principles of Communication

Chapter 1 The Communication Process

Chapter 2 Self, Perception, and Communication

Chapter 3 Verbal Communication

Chapter 4 Nonverbal Communication

Part 2 Interpersonal Communication

Chapter 5 Listening

Chapter 6 Interpersonal Relationships

Chapter 7 Evaluating and Improving Relationships

Chapter 8 Communication and Technology

Part 3 Other Forms of Communication

Chapter 9 Conflict and Conflict Management

Chapter 10 Intercultural Communication

Chapter 11 Small-Group Participation and Leadership

Part 4 Communicating in Public

Chapter 12 Getting Started and Finding Speech Material

Chapter 13 Organizing and Outlining the Speech

Chapter 14 Delivering the Speech

Chapter 15 Informative and Persuasive Speeches

Glossary

References

Credits

Index