Communication - Valparaiso

The Dictionary of Media and Communication Studies has provided students and the general public alike with a gateway into the study of intercultural communication, public relations and marketing communications since 1984. In this 9th edition, the authors provide a detailed compendium of the different facets of personal, group, mass-media and internet communication that continues to be a vital source of information for all those interested in how communication affects our lives.

Whether it’s for a professional presentation, a school paper, an Internet blog or video, or something more personal, The Handy Communication Answer Book explains the concepts, provides insights, shares advice, and examines the skills needed to master effective and efficient communication for every setting and occasion.

From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York's work-advice columnist comes a guide to 200 difficult professional conversations.

This book examines many great job opportunities in this field for students with an associate's degree, comparable certification, or work/life experience.The job profiles include: Animator; Audio technician; Broadcast engineer; Dance instructor; Desktop publishing specialist; Fashion designer; Interior designer/decorator; Library technician; Musician; and, Photographer.

The authors offer a comprehensive and accessible introductory guide to exploring the concepts, applications, and trans-formative power of the Nonviolent Communication process.This book explores the most common barriers to effective communication and provides tangible steps to address these barriers head-on.

This book is intended to help both native and non-native English speakers to improve their speaking voice and includes drill exercises, illustrations and tables.

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.

This book the essential handbook for business communication. We all communicate, but few of us do it well. From tough presentations to everyday transactions, there is no scenario that cannot be improved with better communication skills.