
Interplay
The Process of Interpersonal Communication
Oxford University Press Inc
14th Edition
Published on 14. November 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
496 pages
978-0-19-064625-7 (ISBN)
Description
Packed with contemporary examples, cutting-edge research, and accessible writing, Interplay helps students apply insights from scholarship to everyday life. While highlighting the breadth of interpersonal communication research and theory, Interplay also gives students the practical skills they need to improve their own relationships. This new edition of Interplay is the most contemporary text available. The first chapter highlights masspersonal and multimodal communication, setting the stage for integration of social media and mediated communication throughout the book. Expanded discussions of intersectionality, code-switching, disability studies, and gender and language emphasize the role of culture and identity in shaping interactions. Every chapter is full of updated features, including"Focus on Research" and "Dark Side of Communication" boxes. Students can explore and apply concepts with the viral videos and discussion questions in the new "Watch and Discuss" activities that appear in every chapter. Oxford's easy-to-use Dashboard Online Assessment system now features an integrated eBook, video clips, and interactive assignments-everything you and your students need, all in one place.This title is available as an eBook. Visit VitalSource for more information or to purchase.
Reviews / Votes
"If you are searching for an interpersonal communication textbook that is written in an easily accessible format for your students--i.e. they will want to read the textbook--Interplay is for you. If you're looking to provide students with up-to-date research and easy-to-access, relatable video clips to assist in their learning, you've found your text."-- Marie Arcidiacono, Los Medanos College"This is a very readable text that includes good, solid research. It doesn't dumb down any concept for a beginning scholar, but it remains engaging and relevant to college students throughout the book."-- Julie Mayberry, North Carolina State University"Interplay is a comprehensive text of Interpersonal communication. Best of all it is an affordable option for our students. It allows instructors to reach a wider audience due to the low cost and extensive coverage. "-- Craig A. Parmley, Ivy Tech Community CollegeMore details
Edition
14th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Weight
880 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-064625-7 (9780190646257)
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Content
PrefacePART ONE: FOUNDATIONS OF INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION 1. INTERPERSONAL PROCESS2. CULTURE AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION3. INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION AND THE SELF4. PERCEIVING OTHERSPART TWO: CREATING AND RESPONDING TO MESSAGES5. LANGUAGE6. NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION7. LISTENING: RECEIVING AND RESPONDING8. EMOTIONSPART THREE: DIMENSIONS OF INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS9. DYNAMICS OF INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS10. COMMUNICATION IN CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS: FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND ROMANTIC11. MANAGING CONFLICT12. COMMUNICATION CLIMATEGlossary References Credits Author Index Subject Index