Human Communication: The Basic Course

by Devito, Joseph A.

• ISBN13: 9780321044204
• ISBN10: 0321044207
• Edition: 8th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-07-01
• Publisher: Pearson College Div

Summary

Human Communication: The Basic Course provides an in-depth look at the concepts and principles that comprise all forms of human communication. With an emphasis on public speaking, interpersonal communication, and small group communication, the text also explores key issues and topics in organizational communication and the mass media. Designed to allow flexibility in teaching approaches, Human Communication: The Basic Course offers instructors a wide range of topics to discuss and apply to real-world experiences. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Specialized Contents	xi
Preface	xv
PART ONE Foundations of Human Communication	1	(151)
Preliminaries to Human Communication	1	(19)
Types of Human Communication	2	(2)
Culture and Human Communication	4	(6)
Elements of Human Communication	10	(10)
Principles of Human Communication	20	(17)
Communication Is a Package of Signals	21	(1)
Communication Is Transactional	21	(1)
Communication Is a Process of Adjustment	22	(2)
Communication Involves Content and Relationship Dimensions	24	(2)
Communication Sequences Are Punctuated	26	(1)
Communication Involves Symmetrical and Complementary Transactions	26	(4)
Communication Is Inevitable, Irreversible, and Unrepeatable	30	(1)
Communication Is Multi-Purposeful	31	(6)
Perception	37	(19)
The Perception Process	38	(1)
Processes Influencing Perception	39	(10)
Critical Perception: Making Perceptions More Accurate	49	(7)
Listening	56	(17)
The Process of Listening	57	(6)
Listening, Culture, and Gender	63	(3)
Listening Effectively	66	(7)
The Self in Communication	73	(16)
Self-Concept	74	(1)
Self-Awareness	75	(2)
Self-Esteem	77	(2)
Self-Disclosure	79	(10)
Culture and Communication	89	(18)
Culture and Communication	90	(1)
How Cultures Differ	90	(7)
Intercultural Communication	97	(10)
Verbal Messages	107	(22)
The Nature of Languae and Meaning	108	(4)
Disconfirmation and Confirmation	112	(7)
Using Verbal Messages Effectively	119	(10)
Nonverbal Messages	129	(23)
Nonverbal Communication	130	(1)
The Channels of Nonverbal Communication	130	(16)
Culture and Nonverbal Communication	146	(6)
Part Two Interpersonal Communication and Relationships	152	(67)
Interpersonal Communication: Conversation	152	(22)
Conversation	153	(6)
Managing Conversation	159	(10)
Conversation Problems: Prevention and Repair	169	(5)
Interpersonal Relationships	174	(26)
Relationship Processes	175	(12)
Relationship Types	187	(3)
Relationship Theories	190	(10)
Interpersonal Conflict	200	(19)
Interpersonal Conflict	201	(5)
Conflict Management	206	(9)
Before and After the Conflict	215	(4)
Part Three Interviewing and Small Group Communication	219	(60)
Interviewing	219	(20)
The Interview Process	220	(4)
The Information Interview	224	(1)
The Employment Interview	225	(8)
The Lawfulness of Questions	233	(6)
Small Groups	239	(21)
Idea-Generation Groups	247	(2)
Personal Growth Groups	249	(2)
Information-Sharing Groups	251	(1)
Problem-Solving Groups	252	(8)
Members and Leaders	260	(19)
Members in Small Group Communication	261	(3)
Leaders in Small Group Communication	264	(11)
Membership, Leadership, and Culture	275	(4)
PART FOUR Public Speaking	279	(128)
Public Speaking Topics, Audiences, and Research	279	(28)
Introducing Public Speaking	280	(5)
Select Your Topic and Purpose	285	(4)
Analyze Your Audience	289	(5)
Research Your Speech Topic	294	(13)
Supporting and Organizing Your Speech	307	(25)
Formulate Your Thesis and Major Propositions	308	(3)
Support Your Propositions	311	(13)
Organize Your Speech	324	(4)
Construct Your Introduction, Conclusion, and Transitions	328	(4)
Style and Delivery in Public Speaking	332	(28)
Outline Your Speech	333	(7)
Word Your Speech	340	(7)
Rehearse and Deliver Your Speech	347	(13)
The Informative Speech	360	(17)
Principles of Informative Speaking	361	(2)
The Speech of Description	363	(3)
The Speech of Definition	366	(3)
The Speech of Demonstration	369	(2)
A Sample Informative Speech	371	(6)
The Persuasive Speech	377	(30)
Facts, Values, and Policies	378	(2)
Principles of Persuasion	380	(11)
The Speech to Strengthen or Change Attitudes or Beliefs	391	(5)
The Speech to Stimulate Action	396	(1)
A Sample Persuasive Speech	397	(10)
Glossary	407	(19)
Bibliography	426	(20)
Credits	446	(1)
Index	447