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245 1 _aCommunication :
_bmaking connections /
_cWilliam J. Seiler.
100 _aSeiler, William J.
700 _aBeall, Melissa L.
260 _aBoston :
_bPearson Education,
_c2011.
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300 _axxv, 488 p.:
_bcol. ill.
300 _c25 cm.
500 _aIncludes index
020 _a978-0-205-72499-4
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505 _a. MAKING CONNECTIONS THROUGH COMMUNICATION 1. Connecting Process and Principles Communication : Making Connections What Is Communication? Why Should We Study Communication? Principles of Communication. Essential Components of Communication Types of Communication. Misconceptions about Communication Improving Communication Competence 2. Connecting Perceptions and Communication Perception and Communication Understanding Perception The Nature of Perception Perceptual Differences Improving Perception Competencies and Perception Checking 3. Connecting Self and Communication Understanding Self-Concept Communication and Self-Concept Self-Fulfilling Prophecy and Impression Management Culture and Self-Concept Gender and Self-Concept Enhancing Self-Concept 4. Connecting Through Verbal Communication The Importance of Language The Elements of Language Language-Based Barriers to Communication How to Use Language Effectively 5. Connecting Through Nonverbal Communication What Is Nonverbal Communication? Characteristics of Nonverbal Communication Functions of Nonverbal Communication Types of Nonverbal Communication Interpreting and Improving Nonverbal Communication 6. Connecting Listening and Thinking in the Communication Process The Importance of Effective Listening Listening and Hearing: Is There a Difference? The Stages of Effective Listening The Functions of Listening Barriers to Effective Listening Critical Listening and Critical Thinking: Analyzing and Evaluating Messages Improving Listening Competence Listening and Technology Intercultural Listening II. CONNECTING IN THE PUBLIC CONTEXT 7. Selecting a Topic and Relating to the Audience Selecting a Speech Topic Determining the General Purpose, Specific Purpose, and Thesis of a Speech Connecting With the Listeners 8. Gathering and Using Information Gathering Information Suggestions for Doing Research Using Research to Support and Clarify Ideas 9. Organizing and Outlining Your Speech Organize the Body of Your Speech Organize the Introduction of Your Speech Organize the Conclusion of Your Speech Outline Your Speech 10. Managing Anxiety and Delivering Your Speech Qualities of Effective Speakers Managing Speech Anxiety Methods of Delivery Vocal and Physical Aspects of Delivery Presentational Aids Your Delivery 11. Informative Speaking Information and Power Distinctions between Informative and Persuasive Speaking Topics for Informative Speeches Preparing and Developing an Informative Speech Evaluating the Informative Speech A Sample Informative Speech with Commentary 12. Persuasive Speaking The Goal of Persuasive Speaking Topics for Persuasive Speeches Persuasive Claims Establishing Credibility Becoming Effective Consumers of Persuasion Preparing and Developing a Persuasive Speech Fallacies in Argument Development Evaluating the Persuasive Speech A Sample Persuasive Speech with Commentary III. CONNECTING IN RELATIONAL CONTEXTS 13. Interpersonal Communication Connecting with Others via Interpersonal Communication Motivation and Need to Form Relationships Relationships: Getting to Know Others and Ourselves Connecting With Others Online Self-Disclosure in Relationships 14. Developing Relationships Forming and Dissolving Relationships Interpersonal Conflict Improving Communication Competence in Relationships 15. Group and Team Communication Small Group Communication: Making the Connection What Is a Group? Group Formation: Why We Join Groups and Why We Leave Types and Purposes of Small Groups Project or Work Teams Characteristics of Small Groups Gender Differences in Group Communication Ethical Behavior in Group Communication Virtual Groups and Teams Disadvantages of Small Groups 16. Participating in Groups and Teams Team Building Leadership Conducting a Meeting Member Participation Problem Solving and Decision Making Managing Group Conflict Evaluating Small Group Performance Appendix: Employment Interviewing: Preparing for Your Future Preparing for Your Career Career Research on the Internet Choosing a Career Qualities Employers Seek Preparation for an Interview The Interview Factors Leading to Rejection Factors Leading to Job Offers
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