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Klappentext Earlier editions written by Kathleen German and various other authors. Zusammenfassung Balancing skills and theory, Principles of Public Speaking, 19th Edition, emphasizes orality, internet technology, and critical thinking as it encourages the reader to see public speaking as a way to build community in today’s diverse world. Within a framework that emphasizes speaker responsibility, listening, and cultural awareness, this classic book uses examples from college, workplace, political, and social communication to make the study of public speaking relevant, contemporary, and exciting. This edition opens with a new chapter on speaking apprehension, and offers enhanced online resources for instructors and students. Inhaltsverzeichnis I. Public Speaking in an Electronic World 1. Speech and Higher Education 2. Getting Started 3. Critical Listening 4. Public Speaking and Cultural Challenges II. Planning and Preparing Your Speech 5. Understanding Your Audience 6. Finding and Using Supporting Materials 7. Organizing and Outlining Your Speech 8. Beginning and Ending Your Speech III. Presenting Your Speech 9. Wording Your Speech 10. Delivering Your Speech 11. Using Visual Media IV. Types of Public Speaking 12. Speeches to Inform 13. Speeches to Persuade 14. Argumentation and Critical Thinking 15. Speaking in Community Settings
