Description
In this revised edition of Communication for the Classroom Teacher, instructors can anticipate new coverage on out of the classroom communication, lesson plans based on state or national standards and crisis communication. This allows the instructor to implement various instructional strategies, enabling them to meet a wider range of student needs.
Table of Contents
Unit 1: Communication Competence
Chapter 1: Foundations of Classroom Communication
Communication Education
The Relationship between Theory, Research, and Practice
Units of the Text
Classroom Communication
Classroom Communication Competence
Classroom Communication Climate
Teaching Diverse Students
Chapter 2: Interpersonal Communication
Relationship Development
Communication Variables in Interpersonal Relationships
Out of Class Communication
Chapter 3: Listening
The Importance of Listening
What Is Listening?
Types of Listening
Empathy
Barriers to Effective Listening
Improving Listening Skills
Active Listening
Chapter 4: Language
The Importance and Characteristics of Language
Verbal Communication
Nonverbal Communication
Unit 2: Instructional Strategies
Chapter 5: Sharing Information
Instructional Strategies
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Lecture Method
Preparing the Lecture
Deliver the Lecture
Communication Barriers to Effective Lecturing
Evaluating Your Lecture Skills
Chapter 6: Leading Classroom Discussions
Choosing the Discussion Method
Characteristics of the Discussion Method
Planning the Discussion
Facilitating the Discussion
Motivating Student Preparation for Participation in Class
Student Communication Apprehension
Evaluating Your Discussion Skills
Chapter 7: Small Group Communication
Advantages and Disadvantages of the Small Group Method
Definition of a Small Group
Teacher Roles
Tasks
Student Roles
Observing and Evaluating Small Groups
Chapter 8: Communicative Reading and Storytelling
What is Communicative Reading?
Preparing the Selection
Delivering the Selection
Storytelling
Storytelling Techniques
Unit 3: Communication Impact
Chapter 9: Influence
Ethical Considerations
Classroom Management
Power and Compliance
Handling Disruptive Students
Handling Crisis Situations
Chapter 10: Communication Concerns
Sexism in the Classroom
Ethnocentrism
Racism and Classism in the Classroom
Ableism
Strategies for Change
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