Human communication. /
Judy C. Pearson ... [et al.].
- Custom ed. Central Piedmont Community College
- Boston, Mass.: McGraw-Hill, 2011.
- xvii, 431 p. : ill. (col.) ;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents: Fundamentals of communication studies: Introduction to human communication -- Perception, self and communication -- Language and meaning -- Nonverbal communication -- Listening and critical thinking -- 2. Communication contexts: Interpersonal communication -- Intercultural communication -- Workplace communication -- The dynamics of small-group communication -- 3. The Fundamentals of public speaking: preparation and delivery: Topic selection and audience analysis -- Being credible and using evidence -- Organizing your presentation -- Delivery and visual resources -- Informative presentations -- Persuasive presentations -- Mediated communication and media literacy --