Principles and Types of Speech Communication (14th Edition)

McKerrow, Raymie; Gronbeck, Bruce E.; Ehninger, Douglas; Monroe, Alan

ISBN 10: 0321044258 / ISBN 13: 9780321044259

Editore: Taylor & Francis, 1999

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Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly! Codice articolo DBV.0321044258.G

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Titolo: Principles and Types of Speech Communication...

Casa editrice: Taylor & Francis

Data di pubblicazione: 1999

Legatura: Rilegato

Condizione: good

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This highly esteemed introduction to public speaking offers comprehensive yet streamlined coverage of speech processes, preparation, channels and types. The new edition covers the theoretical as well as the practical aspects of public speaking. Hallmarks include a commitment to cultural sensitivity, with concrete advice for students on how they can speak effectively in a culturally diverse society, and a commitment to providing the most up-do-date research in the field. An accessible writing style that speaks to all students and excellent coverage of the use of computers and the Internet for speech research makes this revision the strongest ever.

Recensione:

"I am impressed with the continued depth and insight the authors maintain in seeing and addressing trends in speech communication. I think this book is very well-written. I think it is scholarly. It is certainly timely."—James Monroe Stewart, Tennessee Technical University

"The material on cultural diversity is especially well-done. I applaud the focus on meetings and conference as typical settings for public presentations."—Thomas B. Harte, Southeast Missouri State University

"This [text] is written in a user-friendly, accessible manner and the examples provided offer a window onto the world-today's world."—Julie Mactaggart, University of Minnesota