Communication in Everyday Life - International Student Edition by Steve Duck and David T. McMahan is an English-language textbook focused on communication studies. This fourth edition offers an up-to-date and clear introduction to fundamental communication theories and skills for higher education.
This textbook covers theories and concepts relevant to both personal and professional communication, with special attention to relational perspectives in everyday life. The text includes practical skills such as listening, critical thinking, technology use, nonverbal communication, persuasion techniques, and managing group conflict. Unique are the chapters on health communication and family communication.
The international student edition matches courses within communication studies and is suitable as a core text for students in applied sciences (HBO) and research universities (WO). The clear structure and current themes make this fourth edition indispensable for anyone who wants to delve into communication in everyday contexts.
Relevant for programs focused on communication, social sciences, and language studies.