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Contemporary Issues in Interpersonal Communication introduces the foundational ideas and concepts of interpersonal communication and applies them to issues and events relevant to today's college student population. The text does not simply reiterate the standard set of interpersonal communication's core ideas and theories, nor does it exclude them. Rather, authors Orbe and Bruess offer an integrated approachboth traditional and contemporaryintroducing the concepts, models, and theories of the field in a way that will engage and challenge today's most culturally sensitive, technologically savvy, and forwardthinking interpersonal communication students.The authors feature a highly diverse mix of cultural groups, fresh examples, and cuttingedge research. Written in clear, studentfriendly language, the text tcnks specific communication practices regarding issues of culture, power, and technology in all contexts of interpersonal communication. The knowledge and awareness of how culture, power, and technology influence all aspects of our interpersonal interactions is essential for students seeking competence and effectiveness as interpersonal communicators.This text is organized in three sections: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Messages, and Communication Contexts. It offers multiple pedagogical features designed to engage students in fun, meaningful, and relevant ways, eliminating the need for supplemental materials. Each chapter provides Contemporary Issues (case studies describing reallife news stories), Myths About Interpersonal Communication, Practical Research Opportunities, SelfReflection Exercises, Applied Concept Features, and Skill Builders. In addition, each chapter also features Chapter Activities designed for inclass, outofclass, communitybased, and webbased learning as well as Suggested Contemporary Readings intended to promote opportunities for learning beyond what is covered in the text. Chapter Summaries and Key Terms are also provided.A comprehensive Instructor's Manual/Testing Program is available electronically, which includes an indepth explanation of how to bring service learning into the interpersonal communication classroom, including specific servicelearning project assignments. There is also a dedicated Website. In addition, an Interactive Student Study Guide is available through the Website.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Contemporary Issues in Interpersonal Communication'? A: The main focus of the book is to introduce foundational ideas and concepts of interpersonal communication while applying them to issues relevant to today's college students, integrating both traditional and contemporary approaches.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Mark P. Orbe and Bruess.
- Q: How is the book organized? A: The book is organized into three sections: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Messages, and Communication Contexts.
- Q: What type of pedagogical features does the book offer? A: The book offers features such as case studies, myths about interpersonal communication, self-reflection exercises, applied concept features, and skill builders, engaging students in relevant and meaningful ways.
- Q: Is there an Instructor's Manual available for this book? A: Yes, a comprehensive Instructor's Manual/Testing Program is available electronically, providing resources for incorporating service learning into the classroom.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 364 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: The book is in good condition.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Contemporary Issues in Interpersonal Communication'? A: The book was published on November 10, 2004.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the first edition of the book.
- Q: Does the book provide any online resources? A: Yes, the book includes a dedicated website and an interactive student study guide available through the website.