Third Edition
Interpersonal
Communication
Putting Theory into Practice
Denise Solomon and Jennifer Theiss
Third Edition
Interpersonal
Resources
Discover engaging digital resources to help you understand the theories and utilize the skills discussed in Interpersonal Communication third edition.
Student Resources
How Do You Rate? self-assessment forms
Communication in Action activity forms
Connect with Theory – expanded descriptions of theories covered in the textbook and suggestions for further reading
Communication Café – dive into a collection of videos including Scholar Spotlight interviews with leading academics
Interactive flashcards to test your knowledge of key terms
An overview of selected writings by Communication Studies majors at California State Prison, Los Angeles County, City of Lancaster, and a link to the website that houses those materials
Instructor Resources
Password protected and held on our dedicated Instructor Hub. Head to the hub to find:
- Chapter outlines
- PowerPoint slides for lectures, which incorporate figures, tables, and artwork from the text
- Test bank
- Sample syllabi for multiple course formats
- Study guides for each chapter
- Suggestions for in-class activities, that has been substantially expanded since the first edition, to include 32 discussion starters, mini-quizzes, and other activities
- Suggestions for assignable projects, including chapter-by-chapter reflection papers, unit activity or portfolio assignments, precis of research articles, and a semester assimilation paper
About the Book
The third edition of this text continues to provide a comprehensive and practical introduction to the field of interpersonal communication, linking theory to the everyday so that readers may navigate personal, social, and professional situations in ways that are fulfilling and effective.
This edition again builds on foundational research and theory with attention to current developments in the discipline and guidance on improving interpersonal communication skills. Key updates to this edition include a reorganization and streamlining of chapters, in particular by combining complementary discussions of culture and identity and of perception and listening. While references have been extensively updated, the learning features have been retained and expanded, offering students more opportunities to engage critically and thoughtfully with the material.
Interpersonal Communication: Putting Theory into Practice, Third Edition is ideal for undergraduate students in courses on interpersonal communication and communication skills.
About the Authors
Denise Solomon is Distinguished Professor of Communication Arts and Sciences at the Pennsylvania State University, University Park, USA.
Jennifer Theiss is Professor of Communication at Rutgers University, USA.