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Communication in the Real World: An Introduction to Communication Studies overviews the …
Communication in the Real World: An Introduction to Communication Studies overviews the time-tested conceptual foundations of the field, while incorporating the latest research and cutting-edge applications of these basics. Each chapter will include timely, concrete, and real-life examples of communication concepts in action. A key feature of this book is the integration of content regarding diversity and organizational communication in each chapter through examples and/or discrete sub-sections. Discussions of diversity are not relegated to feature boxes. Also integrated into the content are examples that are inclusive in terms of race, gender, sexuality, ability, age, marital status, religion, and other diverse identity characteristics.
How did humans develop the ability to communicate? Are humans the only …
How did humans develop the ability to communicate? Are humans the only creatures on earth that communicate? What purpose does communication serve in our lives? Answers to these historical, anthropological, and social-scientific questions provide part of the diversity of knowledge that makes up the field of communication studies.
Review of Communication in the Real World: An Introduction to Communication Studies: …
Review of Communication in the Real World: An Introduction to Communication Studies: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1tgWb7Hvuwc5JMiUesMRk3Xnh5ev_kh6v7S4MjxdwMXM
Welcome to the open source version of Survey of Communication Study. This …
Welcome to the open source version of Survey of Communication Study. This offers the opportunity to introduce people to Communication as an academic field of study. We have broken the book into two parts. First, we lay the foundation by covering the scope of communication study, its history, as well as a brief introduction to theories and research methods. Second, we provide chapters that survey many of the areas of specialization practiced in the field of Communication today.
Surveys the discipline of Communication Studies, emphasizing a theoretical understanding of human …
Surveys the discipline of Communication Studies, emphasizing a theoretical understanding of human communication. It explores the history, assumptions, principles, specializations, and processes of human communication as an academic field. Overall, this is a perfect course for anyone thinking about the field of communication because it explores all facets of the field.
Chapter 1: The Foundations of Communication Chapter 2: History of Communication Studies Chapter 3: Perceiving and Understanding Chapter 4: Verbal Communication Chapter 5: Nonverbal Communication Chapter 6: Listening Chapter 7: Creating Communication Climates and Conflict Communication Climate Chapter 8 Communication Theory Chapter 9: Interpersonal Communication Chapter 10: Intercultural Communication Chapter 11: Gender Communication Chapter 12: Health Communication Chapter 13: Mass Communication
This textbook is targeted for Introduction to Human Communication courses that introduce …
This textbook is targeted for Introduction to Human Communication courses that introduce students to the study of Communication. The underlying organization addressed the importance of students to be able to answer the question, “What is Communication Study?” in a way that captures the field of Communication appropriately, as well as an important discipline across colleges and universities.
Communicating to Connect: Interpersonal Communication for Today introduces an undergraduate to a …
Communicating to Connect: Interpersonal Communication for Today introduces an undergraduate to a whole new world of concepts with an in-depth exploration of interpersonal communication. Theory and research that reflect what is currently known about interpersonal communication complement practical skills explaining why course concepts are important in an undergraduate’s everyday life. The narrative voice and culturally diverse examples, as well as relevant pictures, charts, graphs, videos, and multimedia enhance reading comprehension. In 13 units, this easy-to-navigate OER (Open Educational Resource) promotes the study of interpersonal communication to the world in the most accessible way possible. Ancillary materials are available upon request to support student learning and instructional planning.
Overviews the time-tested conceptual foundations of the field, while incorporating the latest …
Overviews the time-tested conceptual foundations of the field, while incorporating the latest research and cutting-edge applications of these basics. Each chapter will include timely, concrete, and real-life examples of communication concepts in action.
In the case study, you are introduced to a small group of …
In the case study, you are introduced to a small group of six (6) people. Concepts covered include; stages of small group communication, transactional communication model, benefits of small groups, goal setting, roles and responsibilities, benefits of equity within the group, personality types, collaboration, time management, and agenda-setting.
This book is an introduction to communication theory — the theory of …
This book is an introduction to communication theory — the theory of how humans share, encode, and decode what they know, what they need, and what they expect from each other.
Intercultural Communication examines culture as a variable in interpersonal and collective communication. …
Intercultural Communication examines culture as a variable in interpersonal and collective communication. It explores the opportunities and problems arising from similarities and differences in communication patterns, processes, and codes among various cultural groups. It explores cultural universals, social categorization, stereotyping and discrimination, with a focus on topics including race, ethnicity, social class, religion, gender and sexuality as they relate to communication.
A practical introduction to the theory and practice of group communication, with …
A practical introduction to the theory and practice of group communication, with an emphasis on real world applications to develop an awareness, understanding, and skills to effectively participate as a productive group member. Through a clear and concise approach to group decision-making and dynamics in teams and leadership, students are presented with the tools needed to create plans, find solutions to problems, produce goods or deliver services, and evaluate their performance through self and peer assessments.
Intercultural communication is the study and practice of communication across cultural contexts. …
Intercultural communication is the study and practice of communication across cultural contexts. It applies equally to domestic cultural differences such as ethnicity and gender and to international differences such as those associated with nationality or world region. Intercultural communication is an approach to relations among members of these groups that focuses on the recognition and respect of cultural differences, seeks the goal of mutual adaptation leading to biculturalism rather than simple assimilation, and supports the development of intercultural sensitivity on the part of individuals and organizations to enable empathic understanding and competent coordination of action across cultural differences.
This course will introduce you to communication principles, common communication practices, and …
This course will introduce you to communication principles, common communication practices, and a selection of theories to better understand the communication transactions that you experience in your daily life. The principles and practices that you study in this course will provide the foundation for further study in communications.
This course introduces you to the conceptual issues and practical implications of …
This course introduces you to the conceptual issues and practical implications of interpersonal communication. The course is designed to provide a holistic and self-contained, although not comprehensive, introduction to the study and practice of communication within interpersonal encounters. In addition, this course focuses specifically on understanding and improving how we communicate in personal relationships including familial, friendship, work and romantic contexts. The guiding instructional philosophy of the course is that learning entails active engagement with and feedback about the targeted skill.
This PowerPoint presentation provides a brief overview of Augmentative and Alternative Communication …
This PowerPoint presentation provides a brief overview of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and focuses on the results of a case study conducted by an elementary special education teacher.
A study of communication theory as applied to business and organizational environments. …
A study of communication theory as applied to business and organizational environments. Emphasis on development of effective communication skills for professional situations including team building, interviewing, public speaking, and accommodating diverse perspectives. Assessment levels: EN 101/101A, RD 120. Three hours lecture each week.
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