Principles and Types of Speech Communication (14th Edition)

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

ISBN 10: 0321044258 / ISBN 13: 9780321044259

Verlag: Taylor & Francis, 1999

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 0321044258-3-34286207

Inhaltsangabe:

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.

Críticas: "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

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Principles and Types of Speech Communication...
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Erscheinungsdatum: 1999
Einband: hardcover
Zustand: Good