Full Description
Communicationintroduces communication theory, interpersonal communication, and public communication and culture through the lens of contemporary critical theory. John T. Warren and Deanna L. Fassett focus on public advocacy as a more meaningful way to approach public speaking through coverage of topics and issues that readers are most passionate about. By situating communication concepts and theories within contemporary and engaging cultural scenes, the book is much more than a survey of ideas - it demonstrates the power of communication in our everyday lives. This new edition enhances the book's focus on the connections between public advocacy and traditional public speaking, and the 2nd edition also includes two new chapters on listening and small group communication. New and updated examples have been added throughout the text, and new end-of-chapter questions and activities have been added to reinforce concepts and allow students to put their learning into practice. Key features include:Takes a critical/cultural approach: Students come to appreciate how communication occurs within the context of power and our different cultural locationsWritten in an engaging narrative style: The authors' own stories, and the narratives woven throughout each chapter, create a sense of relevance for the contentProvides a focus on public advocacy: Connecting students' work to the process of being critical, active citizens, this feature shows how civic engagement can improve our communitiesIllustrated with contemporary examples: Theory and concepts are demonstrated through discussions of marriage equality, affirmative action, disability, and social media
Contents
PrefacePart I: First Principles1. Communication: A Cultural Introduction2. Communication and Power: A Cultural History3. Public Advocacy: Commitments and ResponsibilityPart II: Communication Processes and Skills4. Compassionate Critical Listening5. Groups and Alliances in Culture6. Identity and Perception7. Language and CulturePart III: Communication Contexts8. Embodied Knowledge and Non-Verbal Communication9. Language and Power in Our Cultural Lives10. Interpersonal Relationships in Culture11. Mediated Culture(s)12. Communication as a Means of Social ActionGlossaryIndexAbout the Authors
