The Basics of Speech Communication

by McLean, Scott

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1st

ISBN13:

9780205335282

ISBN10:

0205335284

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Paperback

Pub. Date:

1/1/2003

Publisher(s):

Allyn & Bacon

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This brief book presents basic communication concepts, terms, theories, and exercises in a readily accessible manner.The Basics of Speech Communication is designed to introduce readers to the basics of the field in a clear, concise, and engaging way. This book focuses readers in on the "nuts and bolts" without excessive detail, in order to ensure that the fundamentals are mastered and allowing instructors ample time to integrate additional materials and/or hear classroom presentations. With an emphasis on skills and competencies, this book delivers the necessary material without being overwhelming or cost-prohibitive.For those interested or involved in speech communication.

Preface

Why Study Communication?

(19)

Why Study Communication?

(1)

Definition of Communication

(1)

Models of Communication

(2)

Essential Components of Communication

(5)

Source

(1)

Message

(1)

Channel

(1)

Receiver

(1)

Feedback

(1)

Environment

(1)

Context

(1)

Interference

(2)

Communication in Context

(2)

Intrapersonal Communication

(1)

Interpersonal Communication

(1)

Group Communication

(1)

Public Communication

(1)

Mass Communication

(1)

Principles of Communication

(4)

Communication Is Constant

(1)

Communication Is Transactional

(1)

Communication Is a Process

(1)

Communication Is Irreversible

(1)

Communication Is Learned

(1)

Summary

(1)

For More Information

(1)

Review Questions

(1)

Works Cited

(1)

Perception and Listening

(26)

Why Don't We All See Things the Same Way?

(1)

Perception and Awareness

(4)

Perceptual Differences

(3)

Self Concept

(6)

Eyes, Ears, Heart

(1)

Importance of Listening

(1)

Kinds of Listening

(1)

Stages of Listening

(1)

Barriers to Listening

(3)

Lack of Interest

(1)

Dislike the Speaker, Disregard the Message

(1)

Can't See the Forest Through the Trees

(1)

Faking Attention

(1)

Improving Listening Skills

(1)

Summary

(1)

For More Information

(1)

Review Questions

(1)

Works Cited

(1)

Verbal Communication

(23)

What Is Language?

(1)

Principles of Verbal Communication

(7)

Language Has Rules

(2)

Our Reality Is Shaped by Our Language

(2)

Language Is Arbitrary and Symbolic

(1)

Language Is Abstract

(1)

Language Organizes and Classifies Reality

(1)

Language as an Obstacle to Communication

(7)

Speech Is Not Like Written Language

(1)

Slang

(1)

Jargon

(1)

Sexist and Racist Language

(2)

Small Talk

(1)

Cliche

(2)

Profanity

(1)

Euphemisms

(1)

Doublespeak

(1)

Barriers to Communication

(2)

Bypassing

(1)

Indiscrimination

(1)

Polarization

(1)

Improving Verbal Communication

(2)

Actively Listen to the Speaker

(1)

Check Your Understanding

(1)

Define Your Terms

(1)

Use Concrete Words

(1)

Know the Difference Between Objectivity and Subjectivity

(1)

Summary

(1)

For More Information

(1)

Review Questions

(1)

Works Cited

(2)

Nonverbal Communication

(19)

What Is Nonverbal Communication?

(1)

Principles of Nonverbal Communication

(5)

Nonverbal Communication Is Fluid

(1)

Nonverbal Communication Is Fast

(1)

Nonverbal Communication Can Add to or Replace Verbal Communication

(2)

Nonverbal Communication Is Universal

(1)

Nonverbal Communication Is Confusing and Contextual

(1)

Nonverbal Communication Can Be Intentional or Unintentional

(1)

Types of Nonverbal Communication

(10)

Space

(3)

Time

(2)

Physical Characteristics

(1)

Body Movements

(1)

Touch

(1)

Paralanguage

(2)

Artifacts

(1)

Environment

(2)

Improving Your Understanding

(1)

Watch Reactions

(1)

Enroll an Observer

(1)

Focus on a Specific Type of Nonverbal Communication

(1)

Summary

(1)

For More Information

(1)

Review Questions

(1)

Works Cited

(2)

Intercultural Communication

(25)

Definition of Intercultural Communication

(1)

History of the Study of Intercultural Communication

(4)

The Burgeoning Period in the Study of Intercultural Communication

(2)

The Study of Intercultural Communication in the 1960s

(1)

The Study of Intercultural Communication in the 1970s

(1)

The Study of Intercultural Communication in the 1980s

(1)

The Study of Intercultural Communication in the 1990s

(1)

The Study of Intercultural Communication: 2001 and Beyond

(1)

Characteristics of Intercultural Communication

(7)

Cultures Share a Common Experience of History and Tradition that We Learn

(1)

Rites of Initiation, For Example, Serve this Purpose of Socialization into the Community

(2)

We Share Cultures

(2)

Cultures Share Common Values and Principles

100

(1)

Communities Share a Common Purpose and a Sense of Mission

101

(1)

Cultures Have Common Symbols, Boundaries, Status, Language, and Rituals

101

(1)

Our Cultures Are Always Changing

102

(1)

Our Cultures Are Complex

102

(1)

Co-cultures

102

(1)

Barriers to Intercultural Communication

103

(6)

Language

103

(2)

The Nature of Perception

105

(3)

Ethnocentrism

108

(1)

Improving Intercultural Communication

109

(1)

Summary

110

(1)

For More Information

110

(1)

Review Questions

110

(1)

Works Cited

111

(2)

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Communication

113

(24)

What Is Intrapersonal Communication?

115

(2)

What Is Interpersonal Communication?

117

(2)

Why Should We Engage in Interpersonal Communication?

119

(1)

Maslow's Hierarchy

119

(2)

Schutz's Interpersonal Needs

121

(1)

Johari Window

122

(1)

Self-disclosure

123

(2)

Social Penetration Theory

125

(3)

How Do Relationships Develop?

128

(1)

Coming Together

128

(1)

Growing Apart

129

(1)

How Do We Manage Interpersonal Conflict?

130

(2)

Improving Interpersonal Communication

132

(2)

Positivity

133

(1)

Openness

133

(1)

Assurances

133

(1)

Networks

133

(1)

Sharing Tasks

134

(1)

Summary

134

(1)

For More Information

134

(1)

Review Questions

135

(1)

Works Cited

135

(2)

Group Communication

137

(24)

Types of Groups

138

(1)

How Groups Meet Our Basic Needs

139

(1)

How Many Members Does It Take to Make a Group?

140

(1)

Groups Play by Their Own Rules

141

(1)

Problem Solving in Groups

141

(4)

Define the Problem

142

(1)

Analyze the Problem

142

(1)

Establish Criteria

143

(1)

Consider Possible Solutions to the Problem

143

(1)

Decide on a Solution

144

(1)

Implement the Solution

145

(1)

Follow up on the Solution

145

(1)

How Do Groups Develop?

145

(2)

Lifecycles of Groups

147

(2)

Why Do People Stay in a Group?

149

(1)

Group Members Have Roles to Play

149

(2)

Types of Roles

150

(1)

Factors that Influence Roles

150

(1)

When Groups Come Together Via Computers

151

(2)

Group Members as Leaders

153

(5)

How Does One Become a Leader?

154

(1)

Autocratic Leader

155

(1)

Democratic Leader

156

(1)

No Initiative or Laissez-Faire Leader

156

(1)

Leader as Technician

156

(1)

Leader as Conductor

157

(1)

Leader as Coach

157

(1)

Summary

158

(1)

For More Information

158

(1)

Review Questions

159

(1)

Works Cited

159

(2)

Communication at Work

161

(19)

What Do You Know Already?

164

(1)

What Do You Need to Know?

165

(1)

Making Contact

165

(1)

You've Got the Invitation to Interview!

165

(6)

Effective Communication in Interpersonal Interaction

171

(3)

Effective Communication in Teams and Groups

174

(1)

Effective Communication in Meetings

175

(1)

Effective Communication in Virtual Meetings

176

(1)

Summary

177

(1)

For More Information

177

(1)

Review Questions

178

(1)

Works Cited

179

(1)

Mass Communication

180

(21)

What Is Mass Communication?

181

(1)

Types of Mass Communication

182

(11)

The Development of Newspapers

182

(4)

Magazines

186

(1)

Books

186

(1)

Radio

187

(1)

Music

188

(1)

Photography

188

(1)

Billboards

189

(1)

Movies

190

(1)

Television

190

(1)

Videogames

191

(1)

Internet

192

(1)

Functions of Mass Communication

193

(1)

Effects of Mass Communication

193

(2)

Critical Analysis of Mass Communication

195

(3)

What Is the Goal?

195

(1)

Is the Problem as Important as It Is Portrayed?

196

(1)

Is There Enough Evidence Presented to Justify the Claim or Main Point?

196

(1)

What Has Not Been Said?

196

(1)

Have Sources Been Provided?

196

(1)

How Credible Are the Sources?

197

(1)

Are the Arguments Logical?

197

(1)

Has the Message Tried to Manipulate Me by Appealing to Emotions or Needs I May Have?

197

(1)

Summary

198

(1)

For More Information

198

(1)

Review Questions

198

(1)

Works Cited

199

(2)

Speech Preparation

201

(25)

How to Choose a Topic

203

(1)

Factors in Choosing a Topic

203

(2)

Write General-Purpose and Thesis Statements

205

(1)

Finding Resources

206

(1)

Planning Your Investigation for Information

206

(1)

Searching for Information Via Electronic Sources

207

(2)

Getting to Work

209

(1)

Getting to Know Your Audience

210

(5)

Demographic Traits

210

(1)

Situational Traits

211

(1)

Organization

212

(3)

The Eleven Types of Speech Structures

215

(3)

The Five Parts of Any Speech

218

(5)

Attention Statement

218

(2)

Introduction

220

(1)

Body

221

(1)

Conclusion

222

(1)

Residual Message

222

(1)

Consider Visual Aids as You Plan Your Speech

223

(1)

What the Audience Expects

223

(1)

Summary

224

(1)

For More Information

224

(1)

Review Questions

224

(1)

Works Cited

225

(1)

Speech Presentation

226

(21)

What Makes for a ``Good'' Delivery?

227

(4)

The Delivery Should Create Common Ground

227

(2)

The Delivery Should Not Distract From the Message

229

(1)

The Delivery Should Help the Audience Listen, Understand, Remember, and Act

229

(1)

The Delivery, and the Speech Itself, Should Be Flexible

230

(1)

Speaking Effectively

231

(2)

Speech Anxiety

233

(2)

Voice

235

(1)

Body

236

(2)

Presentational Methods

238

(1)

Practice and Preparation

239

(1)

Types of Visual Aids

240

(1)

Methods and Materials

241

(1)

Preparing Visual Aids

242

(1)

Using Visual Aids

242

(1)

Incorporating Ethics into Your Communication

243

(1)

Summary

244

(1)

For More Information

245

(1)

Review Questions

245

(1)

Works Cited

245

(2)

Index

247

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