Communication Mosaics: An Introduction to the Field of Communication (with CD-ROM and Speech Builder Expressâ ˘/InfoTrac)

Wood, Julia T.

ISBN 10: 0534646867 / ISBN 13: 9780534646868

Published by Cengage Learning (edition 4), 2005

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Communication Mosaics: An Introduction to the Field of Communication (with CD-ROM and Speech Builder Expressâ ˘/InfoTrac)
• Publisher: Cengage Learning (edition 4)
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0534646867
• ISBN 13: 9780534646868
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 4.
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

Julia Wood, a leading scholar in the field of communication, brings us a new edition of the extremely popular COMMUNICATION MOSAICS: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE FIELD OF COMMUNICATION. The new edition continues with the holistic approach to the field of communication by first explaining the basic processes central to all communication contexts (e.g. listening, perceiving, using verbal and nonverbal communication, establishing climate), and then applying these processes to various contexts (interpersonal, small group, public, organizational, intercultural, and mass communication). Through reviewer and student-praised "Student Voices" features, seamless and thoughtful integration of diversity, skill-building pedagogy and real-life examples, students are exposed to the vast world of communication and the tools needed to become effective communicators. This book will provide readers with a clear understanding of the fundamental skills and processes that are a part of the broad array of communication encounters in personal, professional and public life in the 21st century.

Review

?My overall impression of Mosaics is a very positive one. I mostly appreciate Wood's writing style; it's conversational while still scholarly." "Ultimately, I believe that Communication Mosaics is one of the best introductory texts on the market. The text is written in an easy-to-read manner, with complex ideas explained in the simplest of terms and supplemented through analogy and example, which makes it an ideal text for introductory students." "Communication Mosaics is an excellent introductory textbook on communication theories, research, skills/competencies, and real life applications. It demonstrates the relevance of communication and excites students by stirring curiosity. Many students may consider communication careers after learning from it." 'My overall impression of Mosaics is a very positive one. I mostly appreciate Wood's writing style; it's conversational while still scholarly." My overall impression of Mosaics is a very positive one. I mostly appreciate Woods writing style; its conversational while still scholarly." aMy overall impression of Mosaics is a very positive one. I mostly appreciate Woodas writing style; itas conversational while still scholarly." "Wood does the best job on the market of trying to makethe text accessible to students while still maintaining its rigor. She does much to persuade me that it is possible to make a text student-friendly without necessarily dumbing down' the material." "My overall impression of Mosaics is a very positive one. I mostly appreciate Wood's writing style; it's conversational while still scholarly."