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Communication in Everyday Life
A Survey of Communication
Fifth Edition
- Steve Duck - The University of Iowa, USA, Rhetoric Dept, USA, University of Iowa, USA
- David T. McMahan - Missouri Western State University, USA
May 2025 | 400 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
Communication in Everyday Life explores fundamental concepts, theories, and skills, enabling students to apply the material to their personal and professional lives. With a thematic integration of the relational perspective and a focus on demonstrating its direct relevance to their own everyday communication, authors Steve Duck and David T. McMahan help students build a strong foundation in communication concepts, theory, and research, while developing practical skills such as listening, critical thinking, effective use of technology, understanding nonverbal communication, creating persuasive strategies, and managing group conflicts. With updated coverage of media and technology, new examples, and updated references, the Fifth Edition offers timely insights into modern communication topics central to everyday life.
Preface
A Personal Note to Readers
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Part I: Communication Foundations
Chapter 1: An Overview of Communication
Part II: Communication Skills
Chapter 2: Identities, Perceptions, and Communication
Chapter 3: Verbal Communication
Chapter 4: Nonverbal Communication
Chapter 5: Culture and Communication
Chapter 6: Listening
Part III: Communication Contexts
Chapter 7: Personal Relationships
Chapter 8: Family Communication
Chapter 9: Groups and Leaders
Chapter 10: Communication and Work
Chapter 11: Health Communication
Chapter 12: Technology and Media in Everyday Life
Chapter 13: Public and Interpersonal Influence
Chapter 14: Interviewing
Appendix A: The Discipline of Communication
Glossary
References
Index
A solid broad overview of the communication discipline that is very accessible to students.
Clemson University
One of the most user-friendly, conversational, and relatable introductions to communication texts I've ever used.
Lesley University
It is a very straightforward and easy to follow textbook that introduces the field to students. I like that students don't find the textbook daunting to read and everything is written in a very accessible and friendly tone.
Wayne State University
