Communication : Making Connections

For courses in Introduction to Communication.

Connect. Communicate. Thrive.

Communication: Making Connections helps readers make connections in their daily lives, communicate more effectively, and succeed in our ever-changing world. Authors William Seiler, Melissa Beall, and Joseph Mazer balance a thorough—yet straightforward—explanation of basic principles with a solid theoretical foundation, backed by the most up-to-date research. TheTenth Edition has been revised to ensure it is fresher, more useful, and more engaging than previous editions. Relevant examples, thought-provoking questions, and signature boxed features enhance the learning experience and guide readers in mastering their objectives.

Also available with MyCommunicationLab^®

MyCommunicationLab for the Introduction to Communication course extends learning online to engage students and improve results. Media resources with assignments bring concepts to life, and offer students opportunities to practice applying what they’ve learned. Please note: this version of MyCommunicationLab does not include an eText.

Communication: Making Connections, Tenth Edition is also available viaREVEL™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.

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Reviewer Praise for Seiler and Beall's
Communication: Making Connections

“The book strikes a very pleasing balance between theoretical principles and skill development. Major theories were identified but they were put into 'real life' terms.”

Corinne E. Morris, Northeast Community College

“The boxes and scenarios...help the students to 'make connections' with real situations and enable them to become critical observers and thinkers, and more competent communicators.”

Louis A. Lucca, LaGuardia Community College (CUNY)

“Overall, I really like the Making Connections material. I think that these sections help the students actually apply the material and I have found them to be useful discussion activities in the classroom.”

Marty Birkholt, Creighton University

“The emphasis on technology appeals to many, as do the issues of civility, ethics, and communication between cultures, genders and with special populations.”

Dr. David W. Worley, Indiana State University

“ The book weaves information together in a way that enables students to grasp easily the skills necessary for effective practice.”

Thomas J. Knutson, California State University Sacramento

“The basic approach of this text is that conceptual matter is presented with clear explanation in a user-friendly writing style.”

“The writing style, level, clarity, pace, and tone of the text seem appropriate. Students seem to enjoy reading the book...”

Donald B. Simmons, Asbury College

“ One of the major strengths of the text is its balanced emphasis on theory and skill development which produces more competent communicators.”

Richard C. Emanuel, University of Montevallo

“I think that the text strikes a good balance between public speaking and understanding some of the fundamental communication concepts in general. This balance is important because the text can be used in courses and with instructors who have different emphases.”

Sean M. Dunn, Bridgewater College