An introduction to human communication: understanding and sharing. /
Judy C. Pearson, Paul E. Nelson
- 7th ed.
- London: Brown & Benchmark, 1997.
- xix, 389 p. : ill. (col.) ;
Includes index.
Contents: 1. The elements of communication process: The nature of communication -- Perception: the process of understanding -- Self-awareness and self-concept: understanding yourself -- Listening and critical thinking -- Nonverbal codes: sharing with others -- Verbal codes: sharing with others -- 2. Interpersonal communication: Interpersonal relationships: close encounters -- Intercultural and co-cultural communication -- Interviewing for information and employment -- The dynamics of small group discussion -- Group leadership and problem solving -- 3. Public communication: Topic selection and audience analysis -- Communication apprehension and source credibility -- Finding information -- Organizing your speech -- Delivery and visual aids -- The informative speech -- The persuasive speech -- 4. Mass communication: Mass communication --