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Widely praised for its conversational tone and clear advice, Practically Speaking is the public speaking textbook your students will actually read. Filled with engaging stories and examples, sound scholarship and recent research, and useful tips and tricks, Practically Speaking shows students how to get started, practice thinking critically, and ultimately develop their own voice.

About the Author :
J. Dan Rothwell is chair of the Communication Studies Department at Cabrillo College. He has authored four other books: In Mixed Company: Communication in Small Groups and Teams (2015), and In the Company of Others (2016). During his extensive teaching career, Dr. Rothwell has received numerous teaching awards, including most recently: the 2011 National Communication Association Community College Educator of the Year award; 2010 Ernest L. Boyer International Award for Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Technology; and the 2010 Cabrillo College Innovative Teacher of the Year award.

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"It is very rare to read a textbook and not want to put it down; a unique situation I found myself in as I read Practically Speaking. It is a refreshing textbook that reads more like an informative narrative without succumbing to the fate of being simply entertainment. The text does not speak down to students; it talks to them and engages them in a way that only a good storyteller could do. All-in-all, this book is a great read!" --Matthew Sciarrino, St. John's University "I'm a fan of Rothwell's writing style--and my students are as well. His style is concise, yet full of substance and even humorous. It's not 'dumbed down.' The text is chock-full of terrific research, current and even edgy examples, and solid advice for students learning the art of public speaking." --Jill Alcorn, Green River Community College "The sense of humor is brilliant, edgy, topical, and smart. I found myself literally LOL-ing numerous times."--Andrew Herrmann, East Tennessee State University "I love this book. I love the tone, content, and writing style and find it appropriate and engaging for college students. Overall great scholarship--way more than most other texts! Practically Speaking takes public-speaking texts to a new and exciting place. It is unlike any other public-speaking book I've encountered and I enjoyed and appreciated the breath of fresh air."--Brandi Quesenberry, Virginia Tech "You'll forget you're reading a textbook when laughter becomes inevitable. There's well-applied research, the chapters are organized beautifully, and the author has not forgotten the value of communication and its field. This is my kind of reading material." --Laveda Joseph, Columbus State University "This textbook is relevant with great practical knowledge about speech making and great examples included."--Tonya Forsythe, The Ohio State University "Practically Speaking is exactly what the title implies. It covers the basics of public speaking in an understandable and straightforward manner, uses a modern approach, and includes contemporary examples. The best part about the textbook is the price: at $30, it is the best bargain by far for public speaking textbooks. Oxford University Press is an amazing nonprofit company that provides affordable and high-quality textbooks for students. My students love this textbook."--Jeff Przybylo, Harper College


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9780190649166
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
  • Publisher Imprint: Oxford University Press, USA
  • Height: 145 mm
  • No of Pages: 384
  • Weight: 454 gr
  • ISBN-10: 019064916X
  • Publisher Date: 10 Nov 2016
  • Binding: Graphic Novel
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Width: 226 mm


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