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About this book
The third edition of this text continues to provide a comprehensive and practical introduction to the field of interpersonal communication, linking theory to the everyday so that readers may navigate personal, social, and professional situations in ways that are fulfilling and effective.
This edition again builds on foundational research and theory with attention to current developments in the discipline and guidance on improving interpersonal communication skills. Key updates to this edition include a reorganization and streamlining of chapters, in particular by combining complementary discussions of culture and identity and of perception and listening. While references have been extensively updated, the learning features have been retained and expanded, offering students more opportunities to engage critically and thoughtfully with the material.
Interpersonal Communication: Putting Theory into Practice, Third Edition is ideal for undergraduate students in courses on interpersonal communication and communication skills.
To support the third edition, a comprehensive suite of updated Instructor and Student Resources is available at www.routledgelearning.com/interpersonalcomm.
Instructors will find:
- PowerPoint lecture slides
- Chapter outlines
- Multiple-choice test bank
- Sample syllabi
- Study guides
- Suggestions for chapter, unit, and semester assignments
- Suggested activities to facilitate exam review and in-class discussions.
Students are supported with:
- Videos featuring leading scholars discussing their theories and research
- Communication in Action activities
- Rating worksheets
- Expanded descriptions of theories
- Links to essays and videos featuring the work that students in the Communication Studies program at the California State Prison produced in response to self-reflection prompts in the first edition.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Endorsements
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Brief Table of Contents
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Our Mission
- Icons Used in This Text
- Part 1 Foundations
- Part 2 Interpersonal Interaction
- Part 3 Interpersonal Relating
- Part 4 Strategic Interpersonal Communication
- Index
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