Dimensions of Communication: An Introduction - Softcover

Scott, Michael D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1559344423 ISBN 13: 9781559344425

Publisher: Mayfield Publishing Co ,U.S., 1996

Synopsis

This introductory text combines coverage of interpersonal, small group, and public speaking - with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and the impact of diversity on communication. "Dimensions of Communication" bases the teaching of communication skills on rhetorical principles as well as contemporary communication research.

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An integrated instructional video designed for individual student use, telling the story of communication and visually enhancing critical thinking and skills development through the use of modeling.
Ethics: A full chapter (Ch. 5) highlighting the defining role that ethics play in developing communication competence.
Diversity: Comprehensive analysis of the impact of cultural, group, and individual diversity on communication (Ch. 7).
Relational communication: Three chapters (Ch. 8, 9, and 10) that focus on relational communication among friends, lovers, and family members.
Mass communication: Extensive exploration of the nature, functions, and effects of mass communication (Ch. 18).
Boxes that explore specific topics related to critical thinking, self assessment, and skills development.
Extensive pedagogical aids, including lists of learning objectives, chapter summaries, key terms defined at the beginning of each chapter, lists of suggested texts and videos for further exploration, and exercises that help students relate communication research to everyday encounters.

Edition details

• Publisher: Mayfield Publishing Co ,U.S.
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1559344423
• ISBN 13: 9781559344425
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 576