Group Communication: An Advanced Introduction - Hardback

In this comprehensive, advanced introduction to group communication, the field's leading experts summarize theory, methodological advancements, and current research in the field.This book follows a coherent structure specifying clear objectives and evidence-based practical implications for the management of groups. Each chapter provides case study examples highlighting the role of communication for group functioning. The textbook takes a particular look at recent advancements in the research on virtual teams, the role of technology in group communication, and issues of diversity and inclusion, considering group communication in various situations including health and organizational contexts. It features theory-driven descriptions, an emphasis on empirical findings, and reflections on research methods.The book is an integrative and coherent textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate group communication classes and a useful reference for students, scholars, and group communication professionals across different disciplines including communication studies, psychology, life sciences, business administration, management, and engineering.Online resources include a sample course syllabus, discussion questions, lecture slides, and a test-bank. They are available at www.routledge.com/9781032114712

• | Author: Torsten Reimer
• | Publisher: Routledge
• | Publication Date: Nov 30, 2023
• | Number of Pages: 476 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 103213061X
• | ISBN-13: 9781032130613