Communication in Small Groups, International Edition - Softcover

Wright, David W.; Cragan, John; Kasch, Chris

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0495793892 ISBN 13: 9780495793892

Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing, 2008

Synopsis

COMMUNICATION IN SMALL GROUPS: THEORY, PROCESS, SKILLS 7th International Edition expertly balances theory and processes with practical skill development. Drawing on their extensive and varied experience as active researchers, lecturers, and communication consultants, the authors provide students with a clear and comprehensive introduction to the study of small group communication. This well-respected text effectively integrates theory, research, and practice, guiding readers to apply concepts and principles to the process of communication when working as members of a team.

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Review

Preface. 1. Defining Small Group Communication. 2. Learning Core Group Communication Theories, Processes, and Skills. 3. Structuring Problem-Solving Groups. 4. Preparing for Group Problem-Solving. 5. Managing Diversity and Relational Trust. 6. Leading Small Groups. 7. Effective Role Performance in Small Groups. 8. Managing Group Conflict. 9. Facilitating Work Groups in Organizations. 10. Collaborating in Virtual Teams.

About the Author

David W. Wright was Professor Emeritus in the School of Communication, Illinois State University, Normal, IL. He published extensively in the areas of small group and organizational communication and consulted for GTE and the Detroit Police Department.

John F. Cragan is Distinguished Professor and Assistant Chair in the Communication and Journalism Department at the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN, and Professor Emeritus in the School of Communication at Illinois State University, Normal, IL. He has published extensively in the areas of small group, organizational, and applied communication and has co-authored several books and scores of articles. In addition, he has consulted for numerous public and private organizations, including State Farm, 3M, and the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association.

Chris R. Kasch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. His current research and teaching interests lie in the area of organizational communication, including interpersonal, small group, and computer-mediated communication. In 1996, he was the first faculty member at Bradley to develop and teach courses online, including courses in Virtual Teams, Interactive Advertising, Training and Development, and Organizational Culture and Change. He has consulted for numerous public and private organizations including Caterpillar, State Farm, and various regional and national nursing associations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0495793892
• ISBN 13: 9780495793892
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 360