Communicating in Groups offers a concise, step-by-step introduction to the theory and practice of small group communication and teaches students to develop and apply critical thinking skills in group problem-solving situations. The book continues to synthesize current small group theory and research while presenting the material in a practical and accessible manner for students interested in the dynamics of small group communication. The eighth edition marks the first time two central chapters on communication are integrated into one chapter, capturing key principles of both verbal and non-ver.
The book continues to synthesize current small group theory and research while presenting the material in a practical and accessible manner for students interested in the dynamics of small group communication.
New material on creativity in Chapter 5 , Creative and Critical Thinking in the Small Group . ... writing assignments , a list of transparency masters , and a test bank to help faculty , from first - time small group instructors to ...
To communicate effectively within groups and teams, we must understand our relationships with other members and how those relationships influence the tasks and activities that the groups and teams undertake....
The Fifth Edition addresses the recent attention given to teams in business and industry, and includes an examination of technology's role in small group communication.
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The book then describes and explains the core processes for which each group member is responsible, such as sharing information and managing conflict.
This text emphasizes the skills needed in building strong group relationships for problem solving and decision making.
CASE ANALYSIS 1.1 EDF / McDonald's Task Force On August 1 , 1990 , the McDonald's Corporation and the Environmental Defense Fund ( EDF ) joined forces in a unique collaborative project . In this effort , the nation's largest quick ...
Maintaining the style, illustrations, and language while trimming the length will aid in the story that this is the most engaging and accessible small group communication text"--
Communicating in Groups provides a contemporary look at group communication while retaining the foundational research and theory that has made the text so popular.