num_pages: 544
description: Now in its ninth edition, this classic book retains the features that have made it the best-selling introductory human communication text in the an engaging and reader-friendly style; an inviting visual design that includes high-interest marginalia on virtually every page; up-to-dateinformation on technology, gender, and cultural diversity; and everyday applications based on solid research and theory. Maintaining the quality of presentation and student-focused pedagogy that have characterized previous editions, Understanding Human Communication , Ninth Edition, incorporatesupdated examples and coverage of current communication theory. It continues to equip students with effective communication skills that will make a difference in their everyday lives.New to the Ninth * New material on mediated communication, personal listening styles, deceptive communication, and informative speaking* A revised section on the Cumulative Effects Theory and more applications of communication in the workplace, within the family, and at school* Updated research and examples on negative/positive language and gender influences on communication* Improved design and case studies at the opening of each part, highlights at the beginning of each chapter, and completely annotated full speech outlines with accompanying sample speeches* Additional teaching and learning Student Success Manual, Student Resources Disc, expanded Instructor's Manual and Test Bank, Instructor's Disc, and an extensive web site
language: English
title: Understanding Human Communication
titlecomplete: Understanding Human Communication
genres: Psychology, School, College, Communication, Language, Textbooks, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 227
publisher: Oxford University Press