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Presentations in Everyday Life began with one simple question: What do real people want and need to know about presentation speaking? The Second Edition continues to provide practical, time-tested answers to this question using the most current communication theory and research available. The authors employ a straightforward approach to appeal to the diverse student body enrolled in introductory public speaking courses. They also place a solid emphasis on the how-tos of selecting the best strategies and developing the necessary skills to become effective speakers. This edition maintains a flexible modular configuration while adding an updated design and enhanced art to help reinforce understanding of concepts covered in the text.New! A greater emphasis on cultural diversity speaks to a wide range of students and adult learners.New! Presentation Principles in Action provides students with a hands-on application of chapter concepts through class exercises, questionnaires, speaking assignments, and assessment instruments.Opening Questions offer a road map to each chapter. The questions are then answered in context in the chapter summary.Mini-modules give step-by-step instruction on presentation techniques often glossed over in other texts. Topics range from microphone use to how to deal with a hostile audience.Real World, Real Speakers--stories told by the authors, presenters, and professionals--illustrate chapter principles and strategies in action while offering honest portraits of potential speaking experiences.FAQs provide short answers to questions students have asked the authors, such as Can I fake charisma? and What should I do with my hands?Tips drawn from theauthors' own experiences provide insider hints such as Never tell your audience you' re nervous and Present more message and less information.