Communicating

With its strong, pragmatic approach for the introductory speech or human communication student, Communicating, 9/e, offers comprehensive, balanced coverage of basic communication theory, interpersonal and group communication, and public speaking skills. Relevant examples and exercises motivate students to develop and apply their new skills. A student CD-ROM delivers video and self-assessment tools to provide benchmarks that allow students to track learning and improvement.More specific discussions of perception in several chapters include small groups, nonverbal communication, and interviewing.Thorough coverage of diversity includes adult learners and gender issues.