Most chapters open with Objectives and Introduction and close with In Sum, Activities, and Further Reading.
Preface. I. COMMUNICATION COMPETENCE.
1. Foundations of Classroom Communication. Communication: Definition and Components.
The Nature of Communication.
The Socialization Model.
Classroom Communication Climate.
Cultural Diversity.
Students with Special Needs.
2. Interpersonal Communication. Relationship Development.
Communication Variables in Interpersonal Relationships.
Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Electronic Communication.
3. Listening. What Is Listening?
The Importance of Listening.
Types of Listening.
Empathy.
Barriers to Effective Listening.
Improving Listening Skills.
Active Listening.
4. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication. Perception.
Shared Language and Meaning.
General Semantics.
Nonverbal Communication.
Functions of Nonverbal Communication in the Classroom.
Categories of Nonverbal Communication.
Improving Nonverbal Communication.
II. INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES.
5. Sharing Information. The Lecture.
Variables Affecting Information Processing.
Teacher Communication Apprehension.
Preparing a Lecture.
Delivering the Lecture.
Evaluating Your Lecture Skills.
6. Leading Classroom Discussions. Planning the Discussion.
Characteristics of the Discussion Method.
The Role of the Student.
Student Communication Apprehension.
Evaluating Your Discussion Skills.
7. Small Group Communication. Definition of a Small Group.
Teacher Concerns.
Tasks.
Student Concerns.
Observing and Evaluating Small Groups.
8. Communicative Reading and Storytelling. What Is Communicative Reading?
Preparing the Selection.
Delivering the Selection.
Storytelling.
Storytelling Techniques.
III. COMMUNICATION IMPACT.
9. Influence. Ethical Considerations.
Issues of Influence.
Practical Suggestions.
10. Communication Concerns. Sexism in the Classroom.
Racism in the Classroom.
Appendix A: Systematic Observation. Appendix B: Instruments for Systematic Observation. References. Index. 