
A Systems Approach to Small Group Interaction, 11th Edition
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The only book that integrates all important small group communication topics into a single comprehensive conceptual model, this text pioneered the systems approach for the group communication course. Each chapter begins with a brief preview, followed by a glossary of terms and a real life case study. The text material in each chapter is followed by several experiential exercises for skill development and two original readings. Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect® is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: • SmartBook® - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. • Access to your instructor’s homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus, notes, reminders, and other important files for the course. • Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. • The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready, loose-leaf version includes free shipping. Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http://www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html
Preface
Chapter 1 What Is Small Group Interaction?
Chapter 2 Communication Processes
Chapter 3 Relevant Background Factors
Chapter 4 Group Circumstances and Structure
Chapter 5 Leadership and Social Influence Processes
Chapter 6 Decision-Making Processes
Chapter 7 Conflict Management
Chapter 8 Consequences
Appendix A Small Group Presentations to an Audience
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
Chapter 2 Communication Processes
Chapter 3 Relevant Background Factors
Chapter 4 Group Circumstances and Structure
Chapter 5 Leadership and Social Influence Processes
Chapter 6 Decision-Making Processes
Chapter 7 Conflict Management
Chapter 8 Consequences
Appendix A Small Group Presentations to an Audience
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
Chapter 4 Group Circumstances and Structure
Chapter 5 Leadership and Social Influence Processes
Chapter 6 Decision-Making Processes
Chapter 7 Conflict Management
Chapter 8 Consequences
Appendix A Small Group Presentations to an Audience
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
Chapter 6 Decision-Making Processes
Chapter 7 Conflict Management
Chapter 8 Consequences
Appendix A Small Group Presentations to an Audience
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
Chapter 8 Consequences
Appendix A Small Group Presentations to an Audience
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
Appendix B Observing Group Process
Glossary
References
Credits
Index
References
Credits
Index
Index


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