Communication: Making Connections

Communication: Making Connections, 11th Edition, provides an introduction to communication principles and their practical applications. Authors William J. Seiler, Melissa L. Beall, and Joseph P. Mazer pair theoretical foundations with direct explanations to support students in introductory speech communication courses.

The textbook addresses personal, group, and public speaking contexts. It examines how people initiate, sustain, and dissolve interpersonal relationships, alongside dynamics that shape teamwork and small group participation.

Students also explore public presentation skills. Coverage includes techniques for gathering speech research, building outlines, and managing anxiety and apprehension during delivery.