iCommunicate: Handbook for Interpersonal Communication
Edition: 3
Copyright: 2020
Pages: 226
Edition: 3
Copyright: 2020
Pages: 226
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iCommunicate is an all-in-one textbook and workbook combined. The textbook covers the overview and basics of Interpersonal Communication, including some of the most popular and widely used theories in the field as well as the most recent technological influences on communication. This book focuses on getting to the point and provides a relatable voice while asking students to consider ways in which the information has been experienced or witnessed by them.
Research shows that most people learn best through application. Each chapter is followed by discussion prompts as well as worksheets to help apply the concepts and lessons in the chapter. This becomes a useful tool for instructors to guide students to reflect on and apply what they have learned. These ancillaries are useful both in face-to-face classes and online. The discussion questions and worksheets can be used in class, outside of class as a written assignment, or for online courses.
Chapter 1: Foundations of Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 2: Self in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 3: Perception in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 4: Interpersonal Communication and Culture
Chapter 5: Effective Listening in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 6: Verbal Communication in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 7: Nonverbal Communication in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 8: Conflict in Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 9: Interpersonal Communication and Relationships
Chapter 10: The Dark Side of Interpersonal Communication
Chapter 11: Interpersonal Communication with Friends and Romantic Partners
Chapter 12: Interpersonal Communication with Family and Coworkers
Christa Tess Kalk, Ph.D., is a Professor of Communication Studies at Minneapolis College and St. Mary’s University. She has been teaching in the Communication Studies field for over 18 years at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. She has published a variety of teaching materials and frequently presents her research at conferences. She has also been a featured speaker in several forums including a Congressional Hearing in 1998 and was the Keynote Speaker for the Northwest Communication Association Conference in 2014. Dr. Kalk has conducted numerous training seminars in the private sector in areas of conflict management, nonverbal communication, effective listening, community outreach and involvement, and conducted organizational communication audits.