Working in Groups: Communication Principles and Strategies

Working in Groups: Communication Principles and Strategies
ISBN-10
0205912761
ISBN-13
9780205912766
Series
Working in Groups
Category
Performing Arts
Pages
400
Language
English
Published
2013-03-18
Publisher
Pearson Higher Ed
Authors
Isa N. Engleberg, Dianna R. Wynn

Description

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Updated in its 6th edition, Working in Groups provides readers with practical strategies, built on theory and research, for communicating and working successfully in groups. The authors use the guiding principle of balance while looking at both how groups work and how to work in groups. This accessible and user-friendly text gives readers the tools to apply group communication theories, methods, and skills—helping them become more effective and ethical group members.

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