MASTERING PUBLIC SPEAKING

• Main Author: Grice, George L. (Author)
• Other Authors: Skinner, John F.
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Boston Pearson 2007
• Edition: 6th ed
• Subjects: Public speaking
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• Physical Description: xxxi, 447 pages colour illustrations 28 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p 423-429) and index
• ISBN: 9780205467358; 0205467350

Mastering Public Speaking equips readers with a firm grounding in the "hows" and "whys" of public speaking by providing an ideal balance of theory and skills while placing important emphases on critiquing, ethics, and critical thinking. With this top-selling book, readers learn how to think critically as they choose speech topics, conduct research, organize content, select language, manage nervousness, and deliver speeches. "Theory into Practice" and "Try This," features help readers understand and apply concepts and strategies of public communication to enhance their speaking competence. Mastering Public Speaking adds interest and relevance to all aspects of the speech-making process.