A Concise Public Speaking Handbook

by Steven A. Beebe, Susan J. Beebe

For courses in Public Speaking An audience-centered approach to public speaking in a concise reference format A Concise Public Speaking Handbook emphasizes the importance of analyzing and considering the audience at every point in the speech-making process. Using a concise reference format that facilitates quick and easy access to key information, authors Steven and Susan Beebe present a balance of theory and practice to guide students on how to enhance their public speaking skills. By focusing student attention on the dynamics of diverse audiences, ethics, and communication apprehension, the text narrows the gap between the classroom and the real world. The Fifth Edition includes fresh examples throughout to ensure that content is relatable and engaging for students. A Concise Public Speaking Handbook , Fifth Edition is also available via Revel ™, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience.
You can also purchase a loose-leaf print reference to complement Revel A Concise Public Speaking Handbook . This is optional.

Genres: Textbooks

288 pages, Spiral-bound

First published December 31, 2005

Reviews

[Valerie Lopez · Rating 4 out of 5]

It goes into detail of what you see in a public speaker and it helps you become aware of what you're doing.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for class....had some good tips, but nothing new. I did get an A though 😉

[Splatteredpages · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book for a communications class and while I enjoyed it, the writing was repetitive and the entire book could be condensed into two or three chapters. Beebe and Beebe gave helpful suggestions on how to control the fear of public speaking and how to prepare a speech. They went into detail on finding sources and how to take your audience into account while making and presenting your speech. The end was a brief overview of different speeches from acceptance speeches to eulogies, and even covered comedy at dinner conversations as well as group work. This book is a good introduction to public speaking and a helpful hand in guiding along the presentation process.

[CJ]

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