Abstract
Another speech fundamentals textbook? You bet! And this one definitely merits consideration as a teacher resource or for class adoption. Most broad-based fundamentals texts (and courses) fail in one of two areas: (1) balance in the coverage of different areas of communication with a resulting over-emphasis of one area (such as public speaking) to the neglect of other areas (such as small groups or interpersonal communication) or (2) coverage of one area fails to include the key material on that subject. Pearson and Nelson demonstrate a remarkable ability to isolate the essentials of each subject and to combine them into a book which reflects a healthy, balanced treatment of the communication process. The authors succeed in their attempt to create a skills-oriented book strongly grounded in theory. Based upon relevant classic and recent research findings, the discussion of theoretical concepts presents clear implications for behavioral applications.
Journal Title
Iowa Journal of Speech Communication
Volume
11
Issue
2
First Page
46
Last Page
48
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Manheimer, Sandra
(1979)
"Review: Understanding and Sharing: An Introduction to Speech Communication,"
Iowa Journal of Communication: Vol. 11:
No.
2, Article 13.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/ijc/vol11/iss2/13
Copyright
©1979 Iowa Communication Association
