An introduction to communication studies

Although the theory is based on material used in the USA and other overseas universities, South African students will be able to identify with the... more
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Sheila Steinberg
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Although the theory is based on material used in the USA and other overseas universities, South African students will be able to identify with the local examples, TV programmes and other mass media, and the political and social experiences referred to in this title, many of which have been localised to reflect the South African context.

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Although the theory is based on material used in the USA and other overseas universities, South African students will be able to identify with the local examples, TV programmes and other mass media, and the political and social experiences referred to in this title, many of which have been localised to reflect the South African context. Beginner students majoring in communication studies as well as those who are studying towards various degrees or qualifications where communication is a prerequisite, will find this title useful. In addition to interpersonal, group and mass communication, there is an extensive chapter on public speaking, which takes into account that many professionals today have to address their colleagues and business associates in order to succeed in their profession. Public speaking in this sense is a skill required by most graduates in any job or profession, and the chapter is pitched at these requirements as well as at speaking to larger audiences. The title is divided into two parts. The first provides students with a strong foundation of communication, while the second focuses on the areas of specialisation within communication studies. In addition, each chapter starts with the learning outcomes and a short overview of the chapter. Students may monitor their learning with the summaries and 'test yourself' questions at the end of every chapter. Scenarios provide examples of how the theory can be applied in practice.

Product details

Publisher:
Juta Legal and Academic Publishers
ISBN:
9780702172618
Publication date:
January 2007
Length:
245mm
Width:
168mm
Edition:
New title
Illustrations:
b/w photos & illus
Readership:
Undergraduate
Pages:
344

Table of contents

  • Foundations of communication
  • A brief history of communication (from cave paintings to the WWW)
  • functions of communication
  • the communication process
  • perception, listening and feedback
  • language and communication
  • nonverbal communication
  • Contexts of communication
  • intrapersonal communication
  • interpersonal communication
  • small
  • group communication
  • public speaking
  • Mass communication
  • specialisation areas (persuasive, organisational, intercultural, health, and development communication)

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