Introduction to human communication : perception, meaning, and identity / Susan R. Beauchamp, Stanley J. Baran.

By:

Beauchamp, Susan R

Contributor(s):

Baran, Stanley J

Material type:

TextPublication details: New York : Oxford University Press, 2017.Description: 361, 10, 18, 2, 14 p. : ill. col. ; 26 cmISBN:

9780190269616

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DDC classification:

153.6

Contents:

Pt. 1. Foundations of Communication -- Ch. 1. The Communication Process: Perception, Meaning, and Identity -- Ch. 2. Communication Research and Inquiry -- Ch. 3. Verbal Communication -- Ch. 4. Nonverbal Communication -- Ch. 5. Listening -- Pt. 2. Communication contexts -- Ch. 6. Relational and Conflict Communication -- Ch. 7. Communicating in Small Groups -- Ch. 8. Organizational Communication -- Ch. 9. Intercultural Communication -- Ch. 10. Mass Communication -- Ch. 11. Media Literacy -- Ch. 12. Social Media and Communication Technologies -- Ch. 13. Persuasion and Social Influence -- Ch. 14. Health Communication -- Ch. 15. Public Speaking: An Overview.

Summary: Introduction to Human Communication shows how effective communication is central to shared meaning-making, identity construction and maintenance, and responsible interaction with the world. In an inviting and engaging style, Beauchamp and Baran provide the most current and complete survey of the discipline. They cover the basics of communication theory and research with vivid examples while providing practical tools to help students become more thoughtful, confident, and ethical communicators. The text demonstrates the relevance of communication to our everyday lives and invites students to apply what they learn in a broad variety of contexts, including mass communication, organizational communication, health communication, and social media.

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Status	Barcode
Books	Marbella International University Centre Library	153.6 BEA int (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available	11912

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Pt. 1. Foundations of Communication --
Ch. 1. The Communication Process: Perception, Meaning, and Identity --
Ch. 2. Communication Research and Inquiry --
Ch. 3. Verbal Communication --
Ch. 4. Nonverbal Communication --
Ch. 5. Listening --
Pt. 2. Communication contexts --
Ch. 6. Relational and Conflict Communication --
Ch. 7. Communicating in Small Groups --
Ch. 8. Organizational Communication --
Ch. 9. Intercultural Communication --
Ch. 10. Mass Communication --
Ch. 11. Media Literacy --
Ch. 12. Social Media and Communication Technologies --
Ch. 13. Persuasion and Social Influence --
Ch. 14. Health Communication --
Ch. 15. Public Speaking: An Overview.

Introduction to Human Communication shows how effective communication is central to shared meaning-making, identity construction and maintenance, and responsible interaction with the world. In an inviting and engaging style, Beauchamp and Baran provide the most current and complete survey of the discipline. They cover the basics of communication theory and research with vivid examples while providing practical tools to help students become more thoughtful, confident, and ethical communicators. The text demonstrates the relevance of communication to our everyday lives and invites students to apply what they learn in a broad variety of contexts, including mass communication, organizational communication, health communication, and social media.

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