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Public Speaking, PDF eBook

Public Speaking PDF

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Offering comprehensive coverage in a concise format, PUBLIC SPEAKING: CONCEPTS AND SKILLS FOR A DIVERSE SOCIETY, 8e equips you with the training and tools to be an effective public speaker and listener in a world of constant cultural, political, and technological changes.

The text combines 2,500-year-old principles with the latest research into concepts, skills, theories, applications, and critical-thinking proficiencies essential for successful listening and speaking.

Giving you a heightened awareness of and sensitivity to your audience, the text's discussions of classic public speaking topics are grounded in an awareness of the impact of cultural nuances-ranging from gender differences to co-cultures within the United States to the traditions of other nations.

Ethics are also emphasized throughout. The Eighth Edition includes up-to-date coverage of listening competencies, online courses, legacy journalism, native digital news outlets, MAPit, powerful language forms, and more.

Numerous samples speeches from students and professional speakers along with hands-on exercises help you develop and sharpen your own speechmaking skills.

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