DACC Library: Communication: Find Books and eBooks

Find Books and eBooks

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Use these library eBook databases to find Communication eBooks:

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Open Educational Resources (OERs) - free to download

Communication in the Real World by University of Minnesota Libraries (Adapted by)
ISBN: 9781946135070
Publication Date: 2016-09-29
"Overviews the time-tested conceptual foundations of the field, while incorporating the latest research and cutting-edge applications of these basics. Each chapter will include timely, concrete, and real-life examples of communication concepts in action." Free to download.

Featured eBooks

The Field Guide to Extraordinary Communication and Connection by Rachael Doyle
Publication Date: 2019
In this useful handbook, you will learn new tools and tactics for: Making a positive impression during one on one in person communication; Connecting with others at business meals and knowing exactly how to leverage the opportunity; Successful holiday, birthdays and other celebrations at work; Connecting and networking with people online; Communicating with confidence and clarity via email; Being a superb communicator using the phone; Communication and connection in business meetings; Networking for maximum impact personally and professionally; Fostering and developing great teamwork; and much more.
The Art of Communication in a Polarized World by Kyle Conway
Publication Date: 2020
Conway confronts the communication challenges of our modern world by navigating the space between opposing perspectives. Conway explores how individuals can come to understand another person's interpretation of the world and provides the tools for shaping effective arguments capable of altering their perspective. Drawing on the theory of cultural translation and its dimensions of power, meaning, and invention, Conway deepens our understanding of what it means to communicate and opens the door to new approaches to politics and ethics.
Good Talk by Daniel Stillman
Publication Date: 2020
A step-by-step framework to effect change in your personal and professional conversations. With dozens of tools and interactive components, Good Talk is a handbook to navigate the conversations that matter. What's Inside: How to see the structure of conversations, What's going on between the silence, What is your Conversation Operating System, Who gets invited to the conversation, Who speaks first, Where does the conversation take place, and What happens if someone messes up.
Inclusive Conversations by Mary-Frances Winters
Publication Date: 2020
Offers specific dialogue strategies to foster greater understanding on the following topics: Recognizing the importance of creating equity and sharing power, Dealing with the "fragility" of dominant groups--their discomfort in engaging with historically subordinated groups, Addressing the exhaustion historically marginalized groups feel from constantly explaining their different lived experience , and Exploring how to build trust and create psychologically safe spaces for dialogue.
Words That Work in Business, 2nd Edition by Ike Lasater; Julie Stiles (Editor)
Publication Date: 2019
Addressing the most common workplace relationship challenges, this manual shows how to use the principles of nonviolent communication to improve any workplace atmosphere. Offering practical tools that match recognizable work scenarios, this guide can help all employees positively affect their work relationships and company culture, regardless of their position. This handbook displays proven communication skills for effectively handling difficult conversations, reducing workplace conflict and stress, improving individual and team productivity, having more effective meetings, and giving and receiving meaningful feedback.