Description
Book SynopsisBecome a better communicator and keep the conversation going!
Written in a conversational style for students living in today's world of ever-evolving media and new technology, this hands-on skills text puts students at the center of interpersonal communication. To help them become better, more successful communicators, married author team Teri Kwal Gamble and Michael Gamble shed new light on the dynamics of students' everyday interactions and relationships, and give students the tools they need to develop and cultivate effective communication skills. Using an applied, case-study approach that draws from popular culture and students' own experiences, Gamble and Gamble go beyond skill building by encouraging readers to critically reflect on their own communication patterns and actively apply relevant theory to develop and maintain healthy relationships with family, friends, romantic partners, and co-workers.
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Trade Review
“Smart and rich content—a nice blend of fields, with an emphasis on what makes communication unique.” -- Kathleen Glenister Roberts
“The ‘What Do You Know’ sections are excellent because they provide a framework for students to read the chapter. It helps them determine what is most important.” -- Todd Lee Goen
“I really like the ‘Try This’ [feature] because it provides instant ability for students to put into action what they are reading about in the text. Application is often the best way to learn so this is an awesome addition.” -- Christa Tess Kalk
“The ‘Try This’ sections really seemed to spark some good discussion in the class. This allowed students to see their communication as effective or ineffective, appropriate or inappropriate, and allowed them to look inward. It gave them a chance to reflect on how/why they experience difficulties in relationships, and how they can better approach conflict.” -- Lee Lavery
“…so many opportunities to really engage learning throughout the chapter with reflection questions, application ideas, etc. Excellent!” -- Christa Tess Kalk
“Strikes a never-before-seen balance between general education goals AND preparation for Communication majors (links to journal articles in Communication are a major plus).” -- Kathleen Glenister Roberts
“The text is user-friendly, seems to be geared toward an introductory student level, and offers real-life examples that promote understanding/application.” -- Lee Lavery
“The nonverbal chapter is the best I’ve seen.” -- Todd Lee Goen
Table of Contents
I. FOUNDATIONS 1. Interpersonal Communication: A First Look 2. The Impact of Self-Concept 3. Perception II. MESSAGES 4. Listening 5. Communicating with Words 6. Nonverbal Communication 7. Conversations III. DYNAMICS 8. Emotions 9. Trust 10. Power and Influence 11. Conflict IV. RELATIONSHIP DYNAMICS 12. Relationship Dynamics 13. Intimacy and Distance in Relationships 14. Relationships in Our Lives: Family, Work, and Health-Related Contexts
