Human Communication: The Basic Course surveys the broad field of human communication, giving attention to theory, research, and skill development. This text provides a concise and in-depth look at the elements that comprise all forms of human communication. With an emphasis on Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Small Group Communication, the text also explores key issues and topics in interviewing, organizational communication, and the mass media. Designed to allow flexibility in teaching approaches, Human Communication: The Basic Course offers instructors a wide range of topics to discuss and apply to real-world experiences.