Now in its seventh edition, this book provides readers with a careful balance of theory, applications, and s. This new edition includes expanded coverage of teams and teamwork, ethical collaboration, using technology in groups and teams, as well practical tools, techniques and principles to enhance problem-solving and decision-making. Expanded coverage of critical thinking methods that include the latest research findings. The authors have provided enhanced coverage and examples of business applications, ethics, as well as more significant coverage of leader and meetings. Research and technology, including group and team deliberation and Internet research, give the reader the most current information available for these evolving topics. A text-specific website, supports the text with activities, links, and other aids related to small group communication, as well as an online Study Guide. Anyone interested in small group communication issues
Praise for Beebe & Masterson's Communicating in Small Groups
“While covering communication in small groups, the text does a nice job of balancing group processes and group theory. By incorporating emphases on diversity, ethics, logic, and critical thinking also, this text broadly serves its users.”
―Dr. Rock Doddridge, Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
“The combination of a straightforward writing style, attention to theory, and concern for practice make this a very accessible and useful book for undergraduate students.”
―Daniel Modaff, Ohio University
“The hands on exercises are important for helping students apply the theory to reality.”
―Valerie Manno Giroux, University of Miami
“The book is well written, filled with valuable conclusions from research, and addressed central concerns in an interesting way.”
―Robert D. Harrison, Gallaudet University
“ The book covers concepts and theories well without overwhelming students with concepts they won't need in a first-level course.”
―Mary-Jo Popovici, Monroe Community College
“The ethical questions raised throughout the book really add a lot. The critical thinking material is the best I have seen in any group text.”
―Marshall Scott Poole, Texas A&M University
“ There is an appropriate balance between recognizing that decision making and problem solving are distinct processes, while also realizing that they have essential elements in common.”
―Thomas G. Endres University of St. Thomas
“I'm especially pleased to see an entire chapter devoted to diversity rather than writing a paragraph at the end of the book that no one would read.”
―Karen M. Coffey, Monroe Community College
