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Communication In Our Lives
by Julia WoodCOMMUNICATION IN OUR LIVES, 8th Edition, provides everything you need to become a more confident and effective communicator -- in both your personal and professional life. Award-winning teacher Julia T. Wood combines the latest research, theory, and best practices with hands-on skills development. Extremely student friendly, the text features an engaging, personal tone, while frequent Student Voice sections highlight how past students have experienced key communication concepts. <p><p> In addition to its signature emphasis on social and cultural diversity, the eighth edition includes expanded coverage of digital media, a new focus on health communication, and an early introduction to public speaking -- with plenty of sample speeches. The text also illustrates the importance of effective communication to today's careers. Interactive, online study tools help you put what you learn into practice as you strengthen your interpersonal, group, public speaking, and media skills.
Communication in Our Lives (Seventh Edition)
by Julia T. WoodProvides everything you need to strengthen your interpersonal, group, public speaking, and media literacy skills-and demonstrates the value of communication in your life.
Communication in Society
by Jess K. Alberts Judith N. Martin Thomas K. NakayamaCommunication in Society explores communication in a larger, social context. Alberts, Martin and Nakayama developed a skills-based framework, to give the reader what they need to communicate effectively as individuals and as members of society. This book helps students learn to clearly understand and take responsibility for the complexities of their individual communication choices.
Communication in the 2020s: Viewing Our World Through the Eyes of Communication Scholars
by Christina S. BeckThis book provides an inside look at the discipline of Communication. In this collection of chapters, top scholars from a wide range of subfields discuss how they have experienced and how they study the crucial issues of our time. The 2020s opened with a series of events with massive implications for the ways we communicate, from the COVID-19 pandemic, a summer of protests for social justice, and climate change-related natural disasters, to one of the most contentious presidential elections in modern U.S. history. The chapters in this book provide snapshots of many of these issues as seen through the eyes of specialists in the major subfields of Communication, including interpersonal, organizational, strategic, environmental, religious, social justice, risk, sport, health, family, instructional, and political communication. Written in an informal style that blends personal narrative with accessible explanation of basic concepts, the book is ideal for introducing students to the range and practical applications of Communication discipline. This book comprises a valuable companion text for Introduction to Communication courses as well as a primary resource for Capstone and Introduction to Graduate Studies courses. Further, this collection provides meaningful insights for Communication scholars as we look ahead to the remainder of the 2020s and beyond.
Communication in the Age of Virtual Reality (Routledge Communication Series)
by Frank Biocca Mark R. LevyThis volume addresses virtual reality (VR) -- a tantalizing communication medium whose essence challenges our most deeply held notions of what communication is or can be. The editors have gathered an expert team of engineers, social scientists, and cultural theorists for the first extensive treatment of human communication in this exciting medium. The first part introduces the reader to VR's state-of-the-art as well as future trends. In the next section, leading research scientists discuss how knowledge of communication can be used to build more effective and exciting communication applications of virtual reality. Looking ahead, the authors explore pioneering approaches to VR narratives, interpersonal communication, the use of 3D sound, and the building of VR entertainment complexes. In the final section, the authors zoom out to view the big picture -- the psychological, social, and cultural implications of virtual reality. Thought-provoking discussions consider important communication issues such as: * How will virtual reality influence perception of reality? * What are the legal issues defining communication in virtual reality? * What kind of cultural trends will this technology encourage?
Communication in Times of Trouble
by Matthew W. Seeger Timothy L. SellnowPresents the best practices of crisis communication and emergency risk communication This book covers crisis communication strategies and focuses on practical applications for effective management. It includes an extensive discussion of best practices in pre-crisis, crisis and post crisis stages. The book pays special attention to the needs of meeting the needs of diverse audiences and communicating in a responsive and responsible way. The principles are appropriate for many kinds of events including earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, tsunamis, epidemics, and pandemics as well as industrial accidents, toxic spills, transportation disasters, fires and intentional events. In the first chapter, Communication in Times of Trouble introduces the concept of best practices and establishes their relevance for crisis communication and emergency risk communication. A chapter is dedicated to each of the ten best practices. In each chapter, the best practice is described, examples of successful and unsuccessful application of the best practice in both organizational crises and natural disasters/emergencies are provided, advice for practical application is given, and a summary is provided. The concluding chapter details the challenges and opportunities for developing and implementing a response strategy that includes the best practices as a whole. Focuses on application and explanation in crisis communication to benefit those with backgrounds in emergency management, risk management, political science, disaster sociology, and public health Covers natural, large-scale emergencies such as earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, tsunamis, epidemics, and pandemics, which aren’t generally detailed in existing crisis communication texts Presents 10 best practices for dealing with emergencies: Process Approach; Pre-Event Planning; Partnerships; Public Concern; Honesty; Collaborate; Media access; Compassion; Uncertainty; Empowerment Communication in Times of Trouble will be of great interest to undergraduate students and practitioners in communication, public relations, public affairs, public information, public health, and emergency management.
Communication, Interpreting and Language in Wartime: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives (Palgrave Studies in Languages at War)
by Amanda Laugesen Richard GehrmannThis edited book provides a multi-disciplinary approach to the topics of translation and cross-cultural communication in times of war and conflict. It examines the historical and contemporary experiences of interpreters in war and in war crimes trials, as well as considering policy issues in communication difficulties in war-related contexts. The range of perspectives incorporated in this volume will appeal to scholars, practitioners and policy-makers, particularly in the fields of translating and interpreting, conflict and war studies, and military history.
Communication Law: Practical Applications in the Digital Age
by Dom Caristi William R DavieNow in its second edition, Communication Law: Practical Applications in the Digital Age is an engaging and accessible text that brings a fresh approach to the fundamentals of mass media law. Designed for students of communication that are new to law, this volume presents its readers with key principles and emphasizes the impact of timely, landmark cases on today’s media world, providing an applied learning experience. This new edition offers a brand new chapter on digital media law, a wealth of new case studies, and expanded discussions of current political, social, and cultural issues.
Communication Law: Practical Applications in the Digital Age
by Dom Caristi William R Davie Laurie Thomas LeeThis fully revised third edition brings a fresh approach to the fundamentals of mass media and communication law in a presentation that undergraduate students find engaging and accessible. Designed for students of communication that are new to law, this volume presents key principles and emphasizes the impact of timely, landmark cases on today’s media world, providing an applied learning experience. This new edition offers expanded coverage of digital media law and social media, a wealth of new case studies, expanded discussions of current political, social, and cultural issues, and new features focused on ethical considerations and on international comparative law. Communication Law serves as a core textbook for undergraduate courses in communication and mass media law. Online resources for instructors, including an Instructor’s Manual, Test Bank, and PowerPoint slides, are available at: www.routledge.com/9780367546694
Communication Law
by Dominic G Caristi William R Davie Michael CavanaughDebuting in its first edition, Communication Law is an engaging and accessible text that brings a fresh approach to the fundamentals of mass media law. Unique in its approach and its visually attractive design, this text differentiates itself from other current texts on the market while presenting students with key principles and landmark cases that establish and define communication law and regulation, providing a hands-on learning experience.
Communication, Leadership and Trust in Organizations (Routledge Studies in Trust Research)
by Joanna Paliszkiewicz Cusumano, Jose L. GuerreroTrust in communication and leadership is the key to success in business. This book presents and discusses the main issues and challenges posed by communication, leadership, and trust. The first part of the book describes the communication and trust issues, the second part presents the role of trust in leadership, and the third part describes different examples of implementing trust to organizations. Readers will gain from this book theoretical and practical knowledge of communication, leadership, and trust; empirically validated practice regarding trust and its related concepts; and a novel approach for addressing this topic. This book can be used as a toolbox to improve understanding and opportunities related to building trust in organizations and will be especially valuable for students and researchers in the fields of leadership, organizational communication, business ethics, and trust research.
The Communication Manifesto
by Silvio WaisbordContemporary societies demand clear-minded, evidence-based ideas to address complex social issues. Communication scholarship has a rich trove of knowledge and experiences to help address such problems. In this passionately argued manifesto, Silvio Waisbord examines public scholarship in communication studies and its potential for contributing to the common good. He discusses the various ways scholars seek to serve the public as practitioners, experts, advocates, activists and critics, and underscores their significant contribution which has not, to date, been properly supported or recognized. Only by tackling academic institutional politics, he argues, will it be possible to strengthen public scholarship as central to the mission of communication studies. The Communication Manifesto is a roadmap to action and will inspire communication scholars and students to be public citizens, thereby connecting their work and expertise to the causes of solidarity, humanity and social justice.
Communication Matters (Third Edition)
by Kory FloydCommunication Matters: Effective communicators are made, not born. We all communicate, all the time. Consequently, many of us believe we're experts, that good communication is based on personal instincts. In this highly interactive program, students learn to think through how they communicate rather than rely solely on their instincts. They develop the skills needed to become effective communicators. Communication Matters prompts students to question their assumptions, challenges them to think critically about why and how they communicate in the ways that they do, and provides solid tools and takeaways that students can employ to communicate effectively even in difficult situations. Through an adaptive reading experience with SmartBook, student videos for public speaking, and dynamic online activities, Communication Matters urges students to consider which choices are likely to be effective and which less so.
Communication Miracles at Work: Effective Tools and Tips for Getting the Most From Your Work Relationships
by Matthew GilbertCommunication Miracles at Work is about experiencing breakthrough moments of connectedness and understanding with co-workers, managers, staff members, and clients. Developed out of Matthew Gilbert's experience as an employee, communication consultant, manager, and facilitator, Communication Miracles at Work will help readers develop effective communication and relationship-building skills for achieving workplace harmony. Topics include the "corporate culture" and how it enhances or hinders the ability of people to get along, the role of stress in ineffective communication, issues of gender in talking and listening, and how to use good communication in everyday situations. Readers are carefully guided toward seeing their own personal obstacles around communicating and are given effective tools on how to make almost any workplace encounter an opportunity for personal and spiritual growth. This book is for anyone who wants to have a better day-to-day experience at work, reaching out to people wherever they are on the corporate ladder, from those just entering the workforce to more experienced workers to managers and CEOs.
Communication Mosaics: An Introduction to the Field of Communication, Seventh Edition
by Julia T. WoodCOMMUNICATION MOSAICS: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE FIELD OF COMMUNICATION, Seventh Edition, combines the author's signature first-person narrative style and popular student commentaries with thoroughly up-to-date research, theories, and technological information to provide both an overview of the field and a practical guide you can immediately use to improve your personal, professional, and public communication skills. By beginning with introductions to the basic processes and skills central to all communication contexts and then moving on to how we apply these aspects of communication in specific contexts such as interpersonal and public speaking, the text shows you the importance of developing your communication skills and gives you the hands-on tools you need to become a more effective communicator.
Communication Networks: Fundamental Concepts and Key Architectures (Second Edition)
by Alberto Leon-Garcia Indra WidjajaThis work is designed for introductory one-semester or one-year courses in communications networks in upper-level undergraduate programmes. The Big Picture is presented with a discussion of network-based applications and services such as the WWW, e-mail and home video entertainment. The essential functions in the operation of a network are discussed, and examples are given that motivate the notion of layering, and the OSI Reference model. Exposing students to the big picture should help them learn and apply the information more readily. Network performance is introduced as an integral part of network design and operation.
Communication Networks and Service Management in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (IEEE Press Series on Networks and Service Management)
by Nur Zincir-HeywoodCOMMUNICATION NETWORKS AND SERVICE MANAGEMENT IN THE ERA OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING Discover the impact that new technologies are having on communication systems with this up-to-date and one-stop resource Communication Networks and Service Management in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning delivers a comprehensive overview of the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) on service and network management. Beginning with a fulsome description of ML and AI, the book moves on to discuss management models, architectures, and frameworks. The authors also explore how AI and ML can be used in service management functions like the generation of workload profiles, service provisioning, and more. The book includes a handpicked selection of applications and case studies, as well as a treatment of emerging technologies the authors predict could have a significant impact on network and service management in the future. Statistical analysis and data mining are also discussed, particularly with respect to how they allow for an improvement of the management and security of IT systems and networks. Readers will also enjoy topics like: A thorough introduction to network and service management, machine learning, and artificial intelligence An exploration of artificial intelligence and machine learning for management models, including autonomic management, policy-based management, intent based management, and network virtualization-based management Discussions of AI and ML for architectures and frameworks, including cloud systems, software defined networks, 5G and 6G networks, and Edge/Fog networks An examination of AI and ML for service management, including the automatic generation of workload profiles using unsupervised learning Perfect for information and communications technology educators, Communication Networks and Service Management in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning will also earn a place in the libraries of engineers and professionals who seek a structured reference on how the emergence of artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques is affecting service and network management.
Communication Networks Economy
by Daniel BattuThe rapid economic expansion of the Western countries during the XX century has favored the idea that Economy growth could be mathematically linked to the manufacturing processes and to a correct management and distribution of the common tools necessary in the social life. A specific geographical management and an adequate telecom framework are necessary for the success of the economic activities. Conversely, the telecom network should answer to the needs of the national economy. On these two basic topics, several errors have been expressed and can lead to non-useful investments.
Communication Networks for Smart Grids: Making Smart Grid Real (Computer Communications and Networks)
by Marina Thottan Kenneth C. Budka Jayant G. DeshpandeThis book presents an application-centric approach to the development of smart grid communication architecture. The coverage includes in-depth reviews of such cutting-edge applications as advanced metering infrastructure, distribution automation, demand response and synchrophasors. Features: examines a range of exciting utility applications made possible through smart grid evolution; describes the core-edge network architecture for smart grids, introducing the concept of WANs and FANs; explains how the network design paradigm for smart grids differs from that for more established data networks, and discusses network security in smart grids; provides an overview of communication network technologies for WANs and FANs, covering OPGW, PLC, and LTE and MPLS technology; investigates secure data-centric data management and data analytics for smart grids; discusses the transformation of a network from conventional modes of utility operation to an integrated network based on the smart grid architecture framework.
Communication of Complex Information: User Goals and Information Needs for Dynamic Web Information
by Michael J. AlbersThe amount of information available for any realistic complex situation is likely to overwhelm most users, as well as stymie any designer tasked with presenting the information. Providing large amounts of information in a coherent and usable format remains an unresolved problem. Choosing, structuring, formatting, and displaying information to allow easy access and to facilitate understanding are critical issues for effective design. To build an effective design that addresses complex information needs, one must look at research from psychology, sociology, human computer interaction, and technical communication, and develop a complete picture of the situation. This book develops a foundation for analysis and design of the approaches to providing complex information in real-world situations. Author Michael Albers takes the view that the content of the information system is the most important component. As such, this volume presents the analysis that needs to be done before the interface is designed and before content is created. It strives to provide clear understanding of how the user thinks and what the user needs, so interface operation, content, and presentation can maximize their respective potentials in communicating with a user. This volume is intended for technical communicators, human-computer interaction designers, and information designers. It will also be useful for system designers and researchers, and those studying adaptive hypertext and related topics.
Communication of Innovations: A Journey With Ev Rogers
by Arvind Singhal and James W. DearingThis collection of 10 original essays honors the intellectual legacy of Prof Everett M Rogers (1931-2004), a pioneering and distinguished teacher— scholar of diffusion of innovations, communication networks, and social change. Well-known colleagues and contemporaries write on topics that not only piqued Rogers’ curiosity, but to which he made seminal and lasting contributions. The concluding chapter documents Rogers’ life journey from his modest farm boy beginnings in Iowa, through his distinguished academic career, to his final return to the farm.
The Communication of Leadership: The Design of Leadership Style (Routledge Studies in Linguistics)
by Jonathan Charteris-BlackWith the crisis of leadership in the western democracies, there has been a growth of interest in how leaders outside of the west emerge and consolidate their positions. This book analyses the communication strategies of six charismatic non-western leaders: Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Fidel Castro, Ayatollah Khomeini, Mohammed Mahathir and Lee Kuan Yew. The book addresses the following questions in order to arrive at a better understanding of communication and leadership: How do leaders communicate? Do leaders communicate more by words, or actions? Do leaders have unique communication strategies? Are leaders moral beings, or impostors? The book describes how each of these leaders designed a unique style that integrated verbal and non-verbal modes of communication. It argues that leadership style is performed through the cumulative interaction of non-verbal modes – dress, body language, physical possessions, symbols and symbolic actions – with verbal strategies for communicating visions, values and legitimacy. In order to understand how each of these leaders undertakes a dramatic ‘performance’ of leadership, Jonathan Charteris-Black uses Erving Goffman’s notion of ‘Front’. Noting the inherent similarities between the mutual dependency of actors with audiences and leaders with followers, the book suggests that leaders – like actors – use metaphors and symbols to satisfy followers’ psychological and symbolic needs and that leadership is communicated through impression management, metaphor and media choices. A fascinating and well executed study, this book will interest students and academics working on leadership, applied linguistics, communication studies and politics.
Communication of Politics: 8th Inte
by Bruce I NewmanLearn how political marketing and public relations affect the electoral process! Communication of Politics: Cross-Cultural Theory Building in the Practice of Public Relations and Political Marketing examines how communication and marketing experts influence politics. The book reviews the state of the art in political communication management and marketing through a cross-cultural integration of research and theoretical approaches. An international panel of authors presents a comparative assessment of the impact of candidate and party appeals on the electorate, examines case studies from elections in the United States and Europe, and offers innovative models of voter behavior in the United States, Poland, and Slovenia. Communication of Politics provides valuable insights into the merger of political marketing and public relations. The book examines the cause and effect of the increasing role of communications professionals in the political process and documents the relationship between politicians and communications professionals working in electoral committees, political parties, governments, government agencies, consultancies, and polling agencies. Topics addressed by the international panel of scholars and practitioners include: a critical assessment of strategies used in the 2000 United States Presidential election branding as a means of establishing party values and winning support the expanding roles of polls, focus groups and Internet-based research on elections the relationship between foreign affairs/diplomacy and media/public relations Quangos (Quasi-Autonomous Non-Governmental Organizations) and much more! Communication of Politics: Cross-Cultural Theory Building in the Practice of Public Relations and Political Marketing examines the innovative-and sometimes controversial-uses of contemporary electoral marketing. The book is an essential resource for academics, journalists, and political practitioners, including campaign managers, charity fundraisers, public service managers, party-policy-makers-even candidates.
Communication Pathways
by Joseph M. Valenzano III Melissa Broeckelman-Post Erin ParcellFrom the authors of The Speaker and The Speaker's Primer comes an innovative new textbook that covers hybrid communication course curriculum in an approachable way. Communication Pathways introduces to the market a handbook-style approach to the hybrid course, with concise chapters that emphasize communication theory. The authors chose to organize content around a communication-centric theme: dialogue. The first section of the text dedicates an entire chapter to the subject, unpacking the concept for students; the authors further incorporate and explicate dialogic communication as it applies to subsequent chapter concepts. This theme is unique to the text and is a central element of what the authors aim to accomplish: create competent, dialogic communicators who know how to advocate ideas civilly, explain complicated subjects, and disagree without being disagreeable in a variety of interactive settings.
Communication Patterns
by Jacqui ReadHaving a great idea or design is not enough to make your software project succeed. If you want stakeholders to buy into your design and teams to collaborate and contribute to the vision, you also need to communicate effectively. In this practical book, author Jacqui Read shows you how to successfully present your architecture and get stakeholders to jump on board.Misunderstanding and lack of buy-in leads to increasing costs, unmet requirements, and an architecture that is not what you intended. Through constructive examples and patterns, this book shows you how to create documentation and diagrams that actually get the message across to the different audiences you'll face.This book shows you how to:Design diagrams and documentation appropriate to your expected audience, intended message, and project stageCreate documentation and diagrams that are accessible to those with varying roles, needs, or disabilitiesMaster written, verbal, and nonverbal communication to succeed in technical settingsApply the communication patterns presented in this book in real-world projects and software designsCommunicate and collaborate with distributed teams to successfully design and document software and technical projects