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Item specifics
- Condition
- Subject
- English Studies
- ISBN
- 9781285445854
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cengage Learning
ISBN-10
1285445856
ISBN-13
9781285445854
eBay Product ID (ePID)
204096877
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
352 Pages
Publication Name
Public Speaking : concepts and Skills for a Diverse Society
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Subject
Theater / General, Speech, General, Public Speaking
Features
Revised
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Drama, Performing Arts, Language Arts & Disciplines
Series
Mindtap Course List Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
9.8 in
Item Weight
21.6 Oz
Item Length
0.5 in
Item Width
7.8 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number
8
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2014-943340
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
This book appreciates the cultural diversity of both the speaker and audience. It promotes sensitivity for the perspectives of multi-cultural and multi-lingual components of modern public speaking situations. My students will feel enriched because they are understood in the cultural context., This book offers readers the skills of good public speaking in a way that encourages both expression of individual viewpoints and respect for the views of others.
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
808.51
Table Of Content
Preface. 1. Introduction to Public Speaking and Culture.2. Giving Your First Speech: Developing Confidence.3. Ethics in a Diverse Society.4. Effective Listening.5. Selecting Your Topic and Purpose.6. Audience Analysis.7. Researching Your Speech in the Digital Age.8. Choosing Supporting Materials.9. Organizing Your Main Points.10. Introductions and Conclusions.11. Outlining Your Speech.12. Choosing Effective Language.13. Presentation Aids.14. Delivering Your Speech.15. Informative Speaking.16. Foundations of Persuasion.17. Persuasive Speaking.18. Special Occasion Speaking.Appendix A. Speaking in Small Groups.Appendix B.Glossary.References.Index.
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
PUBLIC SPEAKING: CONCEPTS AND SKILLS FOR A DIVERSE SOCIETY, 8e equips you with the training and tools to be an effective public speaker and listener in a world of constant cultural, political, and technological changes. The book combines 2,500-year-old principles with up-to-date research into concepts, skills, theories, applications, and critical-thinking proficiencies essential for successful listening and speaking. Giving you a heightened awareness of and sensitivity to your audience, discussions of classic public speaking topics are grounded in an awareness of the impact of cultural nuances-ranging from gender differences to co-cultures within the United States to the traditions of other nations. Ethics are also emphasized throughout. Coverage includes the latest information on listening competencies, legacy journalism, native digital news outlets, MAPit, powerful language forms, and more. In addition, numerous samples speeches and hands-on exercises help you develop and sharpen your speechmaking skills.
LC Classification Number
PN4129.15
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