Understanding Communication Theory: The Communicative Forces for Human Action - Softcover

Cragan, John F.; Shields, Donald C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0205195873 ISBN 13: 9780205195879

Publisher: Pearson, 1997

Synopsis

Anyone who wishes to pursue a career in communication with groups needs this comprehensive book on the theories behind communication. This volume provides practical, engaging overviews of over 42 different theories that readers will need to be aware of if they are pursuing this serious field. The authors, established writers and scholars who are known as "the park rangers of communication theory", have provided a user-friendly tour. Accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive, this volume will prove a valuable addition to the literature on the subject. Those involved in communication careers.

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About the Author

John F. Cragan is Distinguished Professor and Assistant Chair in the Communication and Journalism Department at the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN, and Professor Emeritus in the School of Communication at Illinois State University, Normal, IL. He has published extensively in the areas of small group, organizational, and applied communication and has co-authored several books and scores of articles. In addition, he has consulted for numerous public and private organizations, including State Farm, 3M, and the Illinois Fire Chiefs Association.

Shields of the University of Missouri, St. Louis

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0205195873
• ISBN 13: 9780205195879
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 422