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Thinking Through Communication: An Introduction to the Study of Human Communication, 5/E
Sarah Trenholm, Ithaca College

ISBN-10: 0205530478
ISBN-13: 9780205530472

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Copyright: 2008
Format: Paper; 448 pp
Published: 04/09/2007

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Praised for its “teachability,” Thinking Through Communication provides an excellent, balanced introduction to basic theories and principles of communication, making sense of a complex field through a variety of approaches.

 

In an organized and coherent manner, Thinking Through Communication covers a full range of topics—from the history of communication study to the methods used by current communication scholars to understand human interaction. The text explores communication in a variety of traditional contexts: interpersonal, group, organizational, public, intercultural, computer-mediated communication and the mass media. This edition also offers new insights into public speaking and listening. This text can be used successfully in both theory- and skills-based courses.

 

Written in a clear, lively style, Trenholm's overall approach—including her use of examples and interesting illustrations—helps both majors and non-majors alike develop a better understanding of communication as a field of study and an appreciation for ways in which communication impacts their daily lives.

  • Comprehensive coverage of basic theories and principles in important communication contexts provides students with a thorough introduction to the field and an understanding of the role of communication in their lives.
  • Clear organization and a straightforward approach make this text very easy for the classroom teacher to build on basics by adding his/her own material.
  • Chapter 1, “The Communication Tradition,” clarifies the nature of the field and emphasizes its rich traditions and history.
  • The use of many cross-cultural examples throughout the book, as well as an entire chapter on intercultural communication (Ch. 12), emphasize the global nature of communication.
  • Materials on emerging communication technologies appear in context in specific chapter sections and show students how computer-mediated communication affects every aspect of communication, from interpersonal to mass communication.
  • “Methods of Discovery,” featured in Chapter 13, introduces students to research methods in a clear and engaging manner.
  • Increased discussion of computer-mediated communication and its effect on interpersonal, group, organizational, and public communication, prompts students to be more conscious of using the appropriate media in the appropriate setting (Chs. 6-10).
  • Discussion of the research on gender and communication helps students avoid stereotypes and think critically about language and gender.

  • The focus of Chapter Three has switched from a general discussion of perception to a detailed examination of listening. In addition to explaining how the listening process works, the chapter also offers suggestions that will help students improve listening effectiveness and teach them how to design messages that enhance audience acceptance and understanding.
  • The material on public communication, formerly found in Chapter Nine, has been revised, augmented and divided into two chapters: Rhetoric and Preparing and Presenting Public Speaking. This new format gives instructors maximum flexibility by allowing them to assign either or both chapters. Students will benefit from the more poignant discussions of both aspects of public communication.  
  • The mass communication section, Chapter 11, has been updated to include material on new media as well as an expanded discussion of traditional mass media. New sections on computer- mediated communication and mobile telecommunications technology invite students to consider how media convergence is changing the nature of the mass media and affecting the way they live their lives.
  • The suggested readings sections at the end of each chapter have been updated to provide recent titles of interest. Students can use the readings as jumping points to delve deeper into the different sections of communication.
  • Throughout the text, attention is given to the impact of communication technology in day-to-day interactions. Chapter Three contains guidelines for evaluating information from the Web, Chapter Six looks at ways computer- mediated communication affects relationships, Chapter Seven examines some of the ways group communication is being affected by new technologies, and Chapter Ten discusses ways to design effective multimedia presentations. This added emphasis on technology is an effective way to draw students into the text since most students are becoming so much more technology-minded.

I. INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION.

 

1. The Communication Tradition.

A Brief History of Communication Study

Communication Today: Contemporary Departments of Rhetoric and Communication Theory.

 

2. Definitions, Models, and Perspectives.

Defining Communication.

How Models Help Us Understand Communication

It All Depends on Your Point of View: Three Perspectives

Cultural Studies: An Evolving Perspective

What to Look for When You Look at Communication.

 

II. LISTENING AND LANGUAGE.

 

3. Decoding Messages: Listening and Perception.

What Is Listening?

The Listening Process

Designing Messages That Are Easy to Listen to

 

4. Encoding Messages: Spoken Language.

Language is Symbolic

The Subsystems of Language

Pragmatic Styles and Structures

Language and Social Identity

Language Choices and Pragmatic Effects

 

5. Encoding Messages: Nonverbal Communication.

What Is Nonverbal Communication?

The Nonverbal Codes.

Increasing Nonverbal Skills.

 

III. COMMUNICATION CONTEXTS. 

 

6. Interpersonal Communication.

What Is Interpersonal Communication?

Managing Interpersonal Communication.

Relational Development: Stages in Intimate Dyads.

Increasing Relational Skills.

Becoming a More Responsible Communicator.

 

7. Group Communication.

What Is a Group?

Managing Group Communication.

Group Development: Phases in Problem-Solving Groups.

How not to be Chosen Leader

Strengthening Group Discussion Skills.

Becoming a More Responsible Communicator.

 

8. Organizational Communication.

What is an Organization?

Managing Organizational Communication.

Developing Organizational Culture.

Increasing Organizational Skills.

Becoming a More Responsible Communicator.

 

9. Public Communication.

What Is Public Communication?

Why is Public Communication Important?

Evaluating Public Communication

Strengthening Critical Reception Skills

Becoming a More Responsible Communicator

 

10. Preparing and Presenting Public Speeches

What is a Public Speech?

Planning the Public Speech

Managing Delivery

Increasing Public Speaking Skills

Becoming a More Responsible Comminicator

11. Communication and the Mass Media.

What Is Mass Communication?

How Audiences and Media Messages Interact.

Media Formats and Logics.

Computer Mediated Communication

Becoming a More Responsible Communicator

 

 

12. Intercultural Communication.

What Is Culture?

Barriers to Intercultural Communication.

Adapting to New Cultures.

Becoming a More Open Communicator

13. Methods of Discovery.

How Is Communication Research Done?

Five Popular Research Methods.

Learning More about Communication.

 

Praised for its “teachability,” Thinking Through Communication provides an excellent, balanced introduction to basic theories and principles of communication, making sense of a complex field through a variety of approaches.

 

In an organized and coherent manner, Thinking Through Communication covers a full range of topics–from the history of communication study to the methods used by current communication scholars to understand human interaction. The text explores face-to-face communication in a variety of traditional contexts: interpersonal, group, organizational, public, and intercultural, and offers new insights in computer-mediated communication and the mass media. Thinking Through Communication can be used successfully in both theory- and skills-based courses.

 

Written in a clear, lively style, Trenholm's overall approach–including her use of examples and interesting illustrations–helps both majors and non-majors alike develop a better understanding of communication as a field of study and an appreciation for ways in which communication impacts their daily lives.

 

New to this edition:

  • The focus of Chapter Three has switched from a general discussion of perception to a detailed examination of listening. In addition to explaining how the listening process works, this chapter also offers suggestions that will help students improve listening effectiveness and teach them how to design messages that enhance audience acceptance and understanding.
  • The material on public communication, formerly found in Chapter Nine, has been revised, augmented, and divided into two chapters: Rhetoric and Preparing and Presenting Public Speaking. This new format gives instructors maximum flexibility by allowing them to assign either or both chapters. Students will benefit from the more poignant discussions of both aspects of public communication.  
  • The mass communication section, Chapter 11, has been updated to include material on new media as well as an expanded discussion of traditional mass media. New sections on computer-mediated communication and mobile telecommunications technology invite students to consider how media convergence is changing the nature of the mass media and affecting the way they live their lives.
  • The suggested readings sections at the end of each chapter have been updated to provide recent titles of interest.

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