Communication in Small Groups: Theory, Process, Skills - Softcover

Cragan, John F.; Wright, David W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0314042261 ISBN 13: 9780314042262

Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing, 1995

Synopsis

This text features comprehensive treatment of small group theory and discussion methods. It teaches practical communication skills with balance of theory, practice, and case studies. The 4th edition includes sections on focus groups, interpersonal communication in small groups, and group problem solving.

About this title

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.

Review

"I appreciate [this books] approach and the writing style of the authors. Its emphasis on providing a unified group theory as its overall focus is what distinguishes it from many other small group texts. I would describe it as theory-based text with an emphasis on application of material to real world contexts."

"The text seems to be written with the students in mind, many of the examples used are ones students can relate to."

Edition details

• Publisher: Wadsworth Publishing
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0314042261
• ISBN 13: 9780314042262
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 330