Creating Effective Groups: The Art of Small Group Communication

Fujishin, Randy

ISBN 10: 1442222506 / ISBN 13: 9781442222502

Published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Creating Effective Groups: The Art of Small Group Communication
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1442222506
• ISBN 13: 9781442222502
• Binding: paperback
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This practical book gives students the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to communicate more effectively and interact more productively in the small group setting. With the help of this book, any group member can learn the skills necessary to participate in and lead a task group in an effective, productive, and healthy manner. This third edition features all new sections on:
· "The Power of Diversity"
· "Critically Thinking About Yourself As A Communicator"
· "Defensive vs. Supportive Climates"
· "Ethical Communication"
· "Time Management"
· "Impromptu Speaking"
· "The Spirit of Collaboration"
As well as new end chapter exercises in several chapters focusing on Online Resources and Social Media.

About the Author

Randy Fujishin is professor of speech communications at West Valley College, a community college in Saratoga, California. He is the author of several successful communications books, including Creating Communication, Gifts from the Heart, Discovering the Leader Within, andThe Natural Speaker.