Centered around three core objectives--preparing students for civic life, respecting the diversity of the audience, and sensitizing students to the ethical impact of their words--Public Speaking offers both practical advice for public speaking and an understanding of why such advice works. The Seventh Edition introduces two models of oral ...
With expanded coverage of persuasion, new end-of-chapter exercises, fully integrated technology, and new up-front material designed to get students ready to present right away, the Seventh Edition of "Public Speaking is more interactive and student-focused than ever. Centered around three core objectives--preparing students for civic life, ...
Designed to help readers become successful speakers in the classroom and the workplace, the "Public Speaking Guidebook "presents the essentials of public speaking through a step-by-step, hands-on approach. An adaptation of "Public Speaking" 7e, the "Guidebook" follows the same format as its predecessor and retains a strong emphasis on ethics and a ...
The true story of Navy Pilot Lieutenant Shane Osborn who, along with 23 crewmates, crashed landed in China after colliding with a Chinese fighter jet while on a United States surveillance mission. This is an inside look at how Osborn and his crewmates survived while being held prisoner in China. This book for young readers was adapted from the ...
This mainstream, skills-oriented text helps students become competent communication receivers as well as senders. The text emphasizes public speaking and interpersonal communication skills with minimal theory, and includes a full seven chapters on public speaking. Addressing contemporary issues such as gender, ethics, and intercultural ...
You're no idiot, of course. You can find Greece on a map, know that Kevin Sorbo stars as Hercules on TV, and have heard of Freud's Oedipus theory. But when it comes to classical mythology, you feel like you've been foiled by the gods. Don't curse Zeus yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Classical Mythology has all you need for a working knowledge ...
This title will help those affected learn about the disease, its course, and inform them of the best, proven methods of treatment. The begins with a discussion of the observation phase and moves to phases where braces or surgery is appropriate.
Since the first snapshots were taken in 1888, Americans have used simple, inexpensive cameras to record their life stories. In the process, they have left behind millions of snapshots that document the story of America. Now, for the first time, these personal photographs have been gathered together to tell the nation's history. From sod houses in ...
William O. Stoddard's memoirs as President Abraham Lincoln's third secretary reveal a perspective of the president rarely viewed. In this collection of 120 weekly dispatches submitted to the New York Examiner under the pseudonym "Illinois," Stoddard sheds new light on Lincoln and his era. These documents provide commentary on Lincoln's personal ...
This comprehensive, mainstream text for the introductory course presents clear and accessible explanations of the hows and whys of public speaking. The authors' thoughtful integration of cultural diversity, ethics, and gender issues empowers students to become responsible and effective public speakers. In addition, by offering a balance of ...
Starting Your Career: The Best Resources To Help You Find the Right Job is targeted primarily at the several million new college graduates trying to find their first job, and to other young adults beginning their careers.
College Financial Aid: The Best Resources to Help You Find The Money reviews the best resources available -- books, websites, CD-ROMs, software and online services -- and then recommends the best to use during each stage in the financial aid search. A helpful overview of the entire college financial aid process is provided.
In this guidebook, you'll find full-page reviews of nearly 150 resources focused on the college financial aid process, including a separate director of privately-funded scholarship resources. Our recommendations identify the best resources to use for:
Scoliosis is a deforming and crippling disease of the spine that afflicts people of all ages. Left untreated, it can lead to a lifetime of pain and disability. "The Scoliosis Sourcebook" is a complete guide to understanding this condition that emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, including braces and surgery.
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Stopping Scoliosis: The Complete Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment
