Human Communication: The Basic Course

ISBN 13:
9780321044204
ISBN 10:
0321044207
Edition: 8th
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 07/01/1999
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Summary

Human Communication: The Basic Course provides an in-depth look at the concepts and principles 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 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. Book jacket.

Specialized Contents

Preface

PART ONE Foundations of Human Communication

(151)

Preliminaries to Human Communication

(19)

Types of Human Communication

(2)

Culture and Human Communication

(6)

Elements of Human Communication

(10)

Principles of Human Communication

(17)

Communication Is a Package of Signals

(1)

Communication Is Transactional

(1)

Communication Is a Process of Adjustment

(2)

Communication Involves Content and Relationship Dimensions

(2)

Communication Sequences Are Punctuated

(1)

Communication Involves Symmetrical and Complementary Transactions

(4)

Communication Is Inevitable, Irreversible, and Unrepeatable

(1)

Communication Is Multi-Purposeful

(6)

Perception

(19)

The Perception Process

(1)

Processes Influencing Perception

(10)

Critical Perception: Making Perceptions More Accurate

(7)

Listening

(17)

The Process of Listening

(6)

Listening, Culture, and Gender

(3)

Listening Effectively

(7)

The Self in Communication

(16)

Self-Concept

(1)

Self-Awareness

(2)

Self-Esteem

(2)

Self-Disclosure

(10)

Culture and Communication

(18)

Culture and Communication

(1)

How Cultures Differ

(7)

Intercultural Communication

(10)

Verbal Messages

107

(22)

The Nature of Languae and Meaning

108

(4)

Disconfirmation and Confirmation

112

(7)

Using Verbal Messages Effectively

119

(10)

Nonverbal Messages

129

(23)

Nonverbal Communication

130

(1)

The Channels of Nonverbal Communication

130

(16)

Culture and Nonverbal Communication

146

(6)

Part Two Interpersonal Communication and Relationships

152

(67)

Interpersonal Communication: Conversation

152

(22)

Conversation

153

(6)

Managing Conversation

159

(10)

Conversation Problems: Prevention and Repair

169

(5)

Interpersonal Relationships

174

(26)

Relationship Processes

175

(12)

Relationship Types

187

(3)

Relationship Theories

190

(10)

Interpersonal Conflict

200

(19)

Interpersonal Conflict

201

(5)

Conflict Management

206

(9)

Before and After the Conflict

215

(4)

Part Three Interviewing and Small Group Communication

219

(60)

Interviewing

219

(20)

The Interview Process

220

(4)

The Information Interview

224

(1)

The Employment Interview

225

(8)

The Lawfulness of Questions

233

(6)

Small Groups

239

(21)

Idea-Generation Groups

247

(2)

Personal Growth Groups

249

(2)

Information-Sharing Groups

251

(1)

Problem-Solving Groups

252

(8)

Members and Leaders

260

(19)

Members in Small Group Communication

261

(3)

Leaders in Small Group Communication

264

(11)

Membership, Leadership, and Culture

275

(4)

PART FOUR Public Speaking

279

(128)

Public Speaking Topics, Audiences, and Research

279

(28)

Introducing Public Speaking

280

(5)

Select Your Topic and Purpose

285

(4)

Analyze Your Audience

289

(5)

Research Your Speech Topic

294

(13)

Supporting and Organizing Your Speech

307

(25)

Formulate Your Thesis and Major Propositions

308

(3)

Support Your Propositions

311

(13)

Organize Your Speech

324

(4)

Construct Your Introduction, Conclusion, and Transitions

328

(4)

Style and Delivery in Public Speaking

332

(28)

Outline Your Speech

333

(7)

Word Your Speech

340

(7)

Rehearse and Deliver Your Speech

347

(13)

The Informative Speech

360

(17)

Principles of Informative Speaking

361

(2)

The Speech of Description

363

(3)

The Speech of Definition

366

(3)

The Speech of Demonstration

369

(2)

A Sample Informative Speech

371

(6)

The Persuasive Speech

377

(30)

Facts, Values, and Policies

378

(2)

Principles of Persuasion

380

(11)

The Speech to Strengthen or Change Attitudes or Beliefs

391

(5)

The Speech to Stimulate Action

396

(1)

A Sample Persuasive Speech

397

(10)

Glossary

407

(19)

Bibliography

426

(20)

Credits

446

(1)

Index

447

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