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Essentials of Human Communication, 10th edition

  • Joseph A. DeVito

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Overview

Essentials of Human Communication offers a streamlined approach to communication that emphasizes real-world applications. Author Joseph DeVito introduces the essential theories, research and skills of human communication, highlighting practical applications in the workplace and beyond. Throughout this accessible text, DeVito helps you build competence in 3 key spheres: interpersonal communication, small-group communication and public speaking.

The 10th Edition includes new research and updated examples in each chapter. New In Preview figures and In Review tables guide you through the text. Updated Choice Points features enable you to identify and evaluate the communication choices that are available in different contexts.

Published by Pearson (July 14th 2021) - Copyright © 2020

ISBN-13: 9780137527755

Subject: Communication

Category: Introduction to Speech Communication

Overview

PART 1: FOUNDATIONS OF HUMAN COMMUNICATION
1. The Essentials of Human Communication
2. Perception of Self and Others
3. Listening in Human Communication
4. Verbal Messages
5. Nonverbal Messages

PART 2: INTERPERSONAL AND SMALL GROUP COMMUNICATION
6. Interpersonal Communication and Conversation
7. Interpersonal Relationships
8. Managing Interpersonal Conflict
9. Small Group Communication
10. Members and Leaders in Small Group Communication

PART 3: PUBLIC SPEAKING
11. Public Speaking Preparation (Steps 1-6)
12. Public Speaking Preparation and Delivery (Steps 7-10)
13. The Informative Speech
14. The Persuasive Speech

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