Communicating for Success, Books a la Carte Edition

ISBN-13: 9780205755592 / Angielski / Miękka / 2010 / 496 str.

Cheryl M. Hamilton; Bonnie Creel

Opis

This edition features the exact same content as the traditional text in a convenient, three-hole- punched, loose-leaf version. Books a la Carte also offer a great value this format costs 35% less than a new textbook. Thisbook focuses on the key communication competencies recommended by the National Communication Association. Introduced at the beginning of each chapter and integrated throughout the book, these learning outcomes help focus readers as they study the theory and skillsneeded tobecome better, more effective communicators. Well-written with interesting examples and a vibrant and engaging design, the bookcovers all the expected topics inan introductory course witha special appendix on interviewing.Each chapter begins with scenariosto whicha readercan relate and then solve as they learn about the concepts discussed in each chapter. A concentrated focus on careers in communication, highlighted in a two-page spread near the end of each chapter, brings home the relevance of communicationwithin the real worldand helps the reader learn more about how studying communication can help them throughout their lives. Additional emphasis on topics such as ethics, culture, gender, and technology can be found throughout thebook. "

Spis treści

1. Building Communication 2. Perception Perception: Definitions and Steps 3. Listening 4. Verbal Communication 5. Nonverbal Communication 6. Building Interpersonal Relationships 7. Managing Interpersonal Relationships and Conflict 8. Communicating in Problem-Solving Groups 9. Becoming Effective Group Members and Leaders Characteristics of Effective Group Members 10. Public Speaking: Getting Started 11. Selecting a Topic and Gathering Supporting Materials 12. Organizing For Informative 13. Adding Visuals and Practicing Your Presentation 14. Persuasive Speaking Appendix A: Communicating Successfully in the Interviewing Context