AS Communication Studies: The Essential Introduction (Essentials) - Softcover

Bennett, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 041533117X ISBN 13: 9780415331173

Publisher: Routledge, 2005

Synopsis

In full colour throughout and featuring new case studies, this fully revised and updated edition of the best-selling AS Communication Studies covers all aspects of Communication Studies for students of the AS and A Level AQA syllabus.

The authors, who are experienced teachers and examiners, introduce students step-by-step to the main forms of communication - verbal, non-verbal, intrapersonal and group; they provide guidance on developing effective communication skills and advise on how these skills can be used to prepare for examinations.

Individual chapters cover:

* studying communication
* effective communication
* text and meanings in communication
* communication practice
* themes in personal communication
* using communication skills to pass exams.

AS Communication Studies covers every part of an introductory Communication Studies course and includes several useful features and study aids, including:

* activities for the classroom and practical assignments for individual study
* worked examination questions
* suggestions for further reading
* glossary of key terms
* case studies showing how theoretical concepts can be applied in everyday situations.

About this title

About the Author

Pete Wall is Chief Examiner and Principal Moderator for the SEG Media Studies syllabus and Chair of Examiners for AEB Media Studies A Level. Andrew Beck is Chief Examiner for A Level Communication Studies and Senior Lecturer in Communication, Culture and Media at Coventry University. Peter Bennett is Chief Examiner for AS Level Communication Studies at Rowley Regis College.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 041533117X
• ISBN 13: 9780415331173
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 304