MyLab Communication Student Access Code Card for Communication (standalone)

This access code card gives you access to all of MyCommunicationLab’s grade-boosting resources. MyCommunicationLab is an interactive online solution for Communication courses that combines multimedia, tutorials, simulations, tests, and quizzes to make learning fun!    Updated in a new 8th edition, Communication: Making Communications is a popular, comprehensive introduction to speech communication that skillfully blends theory, current research and skills, while emphasizing the connections between communication and our daily lives.   Unique in its integrated “connections” theme and streamlined pedagogy, this book introduces the basic principles of public speaking, interpersonal communication and group communication. The constant application of a solid theoretical foundation to everyday communication through relevant examples, thought-provoking questions and boxed features stress Communication Competence.   Communication has new and strengthened pedagogy highlights and reinforces the “connections” theme throughout the book, demonstrating how communication connects us to each other in a variety of contexts:  the workplace, family, friends, community, school, public communication settings, the Internet and across cultures.    

Table of Contents:
I. MAKING CONNECTIONS THROUGH COMMUNICATION   1. Connecting Process and Principles   Communication : Making Connections What Is Communication? Why Should We Study Communication? Principles of Communication. Essential Components of Communication Types of Communication. Misconceptions about Communication Improving Communication Competence   2. Connecting Perceptions and Communication   Perception and Communication Understanding Perception The Nature of Perception Perceptual Differences Improving Perception Competencies and Perception Checking   3. Connecting Self and Communication   Understanding Self-Concept Communication and Self-Concept Self-Fulfilling Prophecy and Impression Management Culture and Self-Concept Gender and Self-Concept Enhancing Self-Concept   4. Connecting Through Verbal Communication   The Importance of Language The Elements of Language Language-Based Barriers to Communication How to Use Language Effectively   5. Connecting Through Nonverbal Communication   What Is Nonverbal Communication? Characteristics of Nonverbal Communication Functions of Nonverbal Communication Types of Nonverbal Communication Interpreting and Improving Nonverbal Communication   6. Connecting Listening and Thinking in the Communication Process   The Importance of Effective Listening Listening and Hearing: Is There a Difference? The Stages of Effective Listening The Functions of Listening Barriers to Effective Listening Critical Listening and Critical Thinking: Analyzing and Evaluating Messages Improving Listening Competence Listening and Technology Intercultural Listening   II. CONNECTING IN THE PUBLIC CONTEXT   7. Selecting a Topic and Relating to the Audience   Selecting a Speech Topic Determining the General Purpose, Specific Purpose, and Thesis of a Speech Connecting With the Listeners   8. Gathering and Using Information   Gathering Information Suggestions for Doing Research Using Research to Support and Clarify Ideas   9. Organizing and Outlining Your Speech   Organize the Body of Your Speech Organize the Introduction of Your Speech Organize the Conclusion of Your Speech Outline Your Speech   10. Managing Anxiety and Delivering Your Speech   Qualities of Effective Speakers Managing Speech Anxiety Methods of Delivery Vocal and Physical Aspects of Delivery Presentational Aids Your Delivery   11. Informative Speaking   Information and Power Distinctions between Informative and Persuasive Speaking Topics for Informative Speeches Preparing and Developing an Informative Speech Evaluating the Informative Speech A Sample Informative Speech with Commentary   12. Persuasive Speaking   The Goal of Persuasive Speaking Topics for Persuasive Speeches Persuasive Claims Establishing Credibility Becoming Effective Consumers of Persuasion Preparing and Developing a Persuasive Speech Fallacies in Argument Development Evaluating the Persuasive Speech A Sample Persuasive Speech with Commentary   III. CONNECTING IN RELATIONAL CONTEXTS   13. Interpersonal Communication   Connecting with Others via Interpersonal Communication Motivation and Need to Form Relationships Relationships: Getting to Know Others and Ourselves Connecting With Others Online Self-Disclosure in Relationships   14. Developing Relationships   Forming and Dissolving Relationships Interpersonal Conflict Improving Communication Competence in Relationships   15. Group and Team Communication   Small Group Communication: Making the Connection What Is a Group? Group Formation: Why We Join Groups and Why We Leave Types and Purposes of Small Groups Project or Work Teams Characteristics of Small Groups Gender Differences in Group Communication Ethical Behavior in Group Communication Virtual Groups and Teams Disadvantages of Small Groups   16. Participating in Groups and Teams   Team Building Leadership Conducting a Meeting Member Participation Problem Solving and Decision Making Managing Group Conflict Evaluating Small Group Performance   Appendix: Employment Interviewing: Preparing for Your Future   Preparing for Your Career Career Research on the Internet Choosing a Career Qualities Employers Seek Preparation for an Interview The Interview Factors Leading to Rejection Factors Leading to Job Offers