This text, now in its fourth edition, focuses on communication principles, small group dynamics, interpersonal communication, and public speaking. It offers exercises as well as literary and popular readings, including exerpts from books, magazines and newspapers, aimed to get students to explore key concepts and apply them to their own lives, making them more competent communicators. This edition includes increased coverage of subjects such as gender issues, family communication, diversity, mediated communication, and intercultural communication.

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The new Communication Works CD-ROM 1.0 is fully integrated with the textbook. Icons in the margins guide students to one of the following interactive tools:

Communication Concepts Video Clips - six 5-minute communication segments that help illustrate key points in the text

Self Quizzes - 10 questions per chapter to reinforce key concepts from the chapter

Glossary Flashcards - key terms from the text to help students quiz themselves

PowerPoint Tutorial - a tool to guide students through the process of using PowerPoint

Guide to Electronic Research - a learning aid providing an in-depth look at using a computer and the Internet as a research tool

Internet Primer - a refresher course about the basics of computer and Internet use

Study Skills Primer - tips and advice that help students take maximum advantage of all that college has to offer

Learning Assessment - helps students identify better ways to learn

Links to the text-specific Online Learning Center

COMPING GUIDELINE: Sample to the introduction to communication or oral communication course.
Updated coverage of culture reflects new research in this field.
Chapter 10: "Interviewing: From Both Sides of the Desk," a new chapter, covers "Preparing cover letters", "Stages of the interview", "The interviewer", "Diversity and the interview", "Technology and the job search" and more.
A new running glossary throughout the text helps students identify key terms.
New boxes called "E-Search" give students the opportunity to consider how technological innovations are changing communication. (Example of an E-Search box: Groups at the Speed of Light)
Lively, literate examples and down-to-earth practical advice appeal to instructors and students alike.
Chapter 9: 'Person to Person' has been revised to focus on relationships in context - Work, Family, Health, etc.
Updated with recent research
"Listen to me; View me; Read me" found at the end of each chapter, gives students the opportunity to integrate their interests in music, literature, and/or film with course content. (Example: commentary on Bjork and "Life is Beautiful")
The text continues to have an interactive style that engages students in their own learning.

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