Communication Across Contexts

by Lahman, Mary; Calka, Michelle; Case, Judd; Mckenna-buchanan, Tim

• ISBN13: 9781524948108
• ISBN10: 1524948101
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2018-08-17
• Publisher: Kendall Hunt Pub Co
• More Book Details

About This Book

Communication Across Contexts: A Listening-Centered Approach

ISBN: 9781524948108

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory communication courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in developing broad communication skills, including professionals looking to enhance their interpersonal, public speaking, and small group communication abilities.

History and Editions

The 2nd edition of Communication Across Contexts: A Listening-Centered Approach was published in 2018 by Kendall Hunt Publishing. This edition has been designed to streamline content to the basics, encouraging students to engage with the text and focus on the application of skills. The book has been updated to include guidelines for managing group meetings and negotiating conflict within groups, making it a practical resource for students.

Author and Other Works

The authors of Communication Across Contexts: A Listening-Centered Approach are Mary Lahman, Michelle Calka, Judd Case, and Tim Buchanan. This team of experts has crafted a comprehensive textbook that emphasizes the importance of a listening-centered approach to communication. By exploring what it means to take a listening-centered approach, students learn that communicative congruence is not just about getting what you want, but also about building positive relationships and respecting the wants and needs of others.

Key Features

• Listening-Centered Approach: The book frames each chapter with provocative questions that encourage students to explore how listening, in addition to language and nonverbal skills, work together across communication contexts.
• Communicative Congruence: The text reinforces the importance of communicative congruence through relevant examples for college students.
• Guidelines for Group Meetings: Includes guidelines for managing group meetings and negotiating conflict within groups.
• Streamlined Content: The content is streamlined to the basics, which encourages students to engage with the text and focus on the application of skills.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• ISBN-10: 1524948101
• ISBN-13: 9781524948108

Publication Details

• Publisher: Kendall Hunt Publishing
• Publication Date: August 17, 2018
• Number of Pages: 96
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Not specified
• Dimensions: 7.30(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.30(d) inches

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions of this specific book listed, it is available in various formats for rental purposes:

• Rental Options: Available for semester, quarter, and short-term rentals from eCampus.com and other retailers[4].

Related ISBNs:

Since this book is a unique edition, there are no additional ISBNs for different formats or editions. However, it is available in paperback and rental formats, making it accessible to students in various settings.

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Communication Across Contexts: A Listening-Centered Approach, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.