This popular textbook explores fundamental communication concepts, theories, and skills with a thematic integration - the relational perspective - that encourages students to apply the material to their own lives. The book helps students develop a strong foundation in communication concepts, theory, and research, as well as practical communication skills such as listening and critical thinking, using technology to communicate, understanding nonverbal communication, creating persuasive strategies, and managing group conflict. It also introduces students to important emerging areas in communication studies, offering unique chapters on health communication and family communication. Ideal for 21st-century students, this text provides up-to-date insight into the communication topics central to everyday life. INDICE: PrefaceA Personal Note to ReadersAcknowledgmentsAbout the Authors1. An Overview of Communication2. Histories of Communication3. Identities, Perceptions, and Communication4. Verbal Communication5. Non-Verbal Communication6. Listening7. Personal Relationships8. Family Communication9. Groups and Leaders10. Communication in the Workplace11. Health Communication12. Culture and Communication13. Technology and Media in Everyday Life14. Public Communication and Personal Influence15. InterviewingGlossaryChapter References
- ISBN: 978-1-4522-5978-9
- Editorial: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 408
- Fecha Publicación: 31/03/2014
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
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