Communication in the Real World: An Introduction to Communication Studies

Table of Contents

• • Publisher Information

• Chapter 1: Introduction to Communication Studies

• • Introduction
  • 1.1 Communication: History and Forms
  • 1.2 The Communication Process
  • 1.3 Communication Principles
  • 1.4 Communication Competence

• Chapter 2: Communication and Perception

• • Introduction
  • 2.1 Perception Process
  • 2.2 Perceiving Others
  • 2.3 Perceiving and Presenting Self
  • 2.4 Improving Perception

• Chapter 3: Verbal Communication

• • Introduction
  • 3.1 Language and Meaning
  • 3.2 Functions of Language
  • 3.3 Using Words Well
  • 3.4 Language, Society, and Culture

• Chapter 4: Nonverbal Communication

• • Introduction
  • 4.1 Principles and Functions of Nonverbal Communication
  • 4.2 Types of Nonverbal Communication
  • 4.3 Nonverbal Communication Competence
  • 4.4 Nonverbal Communication in Context

• Chapter 5: Listening

• • Introduction
  • 5.1 Understanding How and Why We Listen
  • 5.2 Barriers to Effective Listening
  • 5.3 Improving Listening Competence
  • 5.4 Listenable Messages and Effective Feedback

• Chapter 6: Interpersonal Communication Processes

• • Introduction
  • 6.1 Principles of Interpersonal Communication
  • 6.2 Conflict and Interpersonal Communication
  • 6.3 Emotions and Interpersonal Communication
  • 6.4 Self-Disclosure and Interpersonal Communication

• Chapter 7: Communication in Relationships

• • Introduction
  • 7.1 Foundations of Relationships
  • 7.2 Communication and Friends
  • 7.3 Communication and Families
  • 7.4 Romantic Relationships
  • 7.5 Relationships at Work
  • 7.6 The Dark Side of Relationships

• Chapter 8: Culture and Communication

• • Introduction
  • 8.1 Foundations of Culture and Identity
  • 8.2 Exploring Specific Cultural Identities
  • 8.3 Intercultural Communication
  • 8.4 Intercultural Communication Competence

• Chapter 9: Preparing a Speech

• • Introduction
  • 9.1 Selecting and Narrowing a Topic
  • 9.2 Researching and Supporting Your Speech
  • 9.3 Organizing
  • 9.4 Outlining

• Chapter 10: Delivering a Speech

• • Introduction
  • 10.1 Managing Public Speaking Anxiety
  • 10.2 Delivery Methods and Practice Sessions
  • 10.3 Vocal Delivery
  • 10.4 Physical Delivery

• Chapter 11: Informative and Persuasive Speaking

• • Introduction
  • 11.1 Informative Speeches
  • 11.2 Persuasive Speaking
  • 11.3 Persuasive Reasoning and Fallacies
  • 11.4 Persuasive Strategies

• Chapter 12: Public Speaking in Various Contexts

• • Introduction
  • 12.1 Speaking in Personal and Civic Contexts
  • 12.2 Speaking in Academic Settings
  • 12.3 Speaking in Business Settings
  • 12.4 Speaking via Electronic Media

• Chapter 13: Small Group Communication

• • Introduction
  • 13.1 Understanding Small Groups
  • 13.2 Small Group Development
  • 13.3 Small Group Dynamics

• Chapter 14: Leadership, Roles, and Problem Solving in Groups

• • Introduction
  • 14.1 Leadership and Small Group Communication
  • 14.2 Group Member Roles
  • 14.3 Problem Solving and Decision Making in Groups

• Chapter 15: Media, Technology, and Communication

• • Introduction
  • 15.1 Technological Advances: From the Printing Press to the iPhone
  • 15.2 Functions and Theories of Mass Communication
  • 15.3 Mass Communication and Ethics

• Chapter 16: New Media and Communication

• • Introduction
  • 16.1 New Media Technologies
  • 16.2 New Media and Society
  • 16.3 New Media, the Self, and Relationships