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Public Speaking: Choices and Responsibility, 4th Edition
Public Speaking: Choices and Responsibility, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become effective public speakers. This book is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of public speaking principles and meeting the scope and sequence requirements for typical introductory public speaking courses.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory public speaking courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of public speaking, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of communication principles.
History and Editions
The 4th edition of Public Speaking: Choices and Responsibility has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on effective communication strategies. This edition includes detailed updates on best practices in public speaking, addressing issues like civility, "fake news," and the importance of online presentation skills. It also includes a new chapter dedicated to special kinds of speaking like TED Talks, PechaKucha, poetry slams, toasts, and more.
Author and Other Works
William Keith and Christian Lundberg are the authors of Public Speaking: Choices and Responsibility. William Keith is known for his engaging and conversational writing style, which makes complex concepts in public speaking accessible to students. Christian Lundberg brings his expertise in communication and public speaking to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in public speaking, including detailed explanations and examples.
- Civility and Ethics: The text emphasizes the importance of civility as the ethical grounding of speech in public.
- Online Presentation Skills: An all-new chapter takes a deep dive into online presentation skills, covering everything from eye contact on Zoom to using graphics in a mediated presentation.
- Special Forms of Speaking: The final chapter is devoted to special kinds of speaking like TED Talks, PechaKucha, poetry slams, toasts, and more.
- Hands-on Applications: Packed with the latest research, best practices, and hands-on applications, this book equips students with everything they need to become comfortable creating an outstanding speech.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780357798928
- eBook: Available through various e-book retailers
- MindTap Course List: ISBN-13: 9780357798928 (includes access to digital resources and study tools)
Publication Details
- Publisher: Cengage Learning
- Publication Date: March 10, 2023
- Number of Pages: 340 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
While there are no other editions of this specific book listed, it is available in various formats including paperback and eBook. The ISBNs provided are accurate and specific to this edition.
Related ISBNs:
Since this is a specific edition, there are no additional ISBNs for different editions or formats. However, the ISBN for the MindTap course list is included as it provides additional digital resources.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Public Speaking: Choices and Responsibility, 4th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
