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Interpersonal Communication: A Guided Tour for Canadians helps students learn the skills needed to observe communication and make effective communication choices. Structured around the respected 'communication competence' model, this interdisciplinary text provides a theoretical basis for communication, encouraging students to consider the abilities they must master in order to foster successful social interactions. This first Canadian edition is filled with Canadian references, Canada-specific discussions, and thorough coverage of communication issues important to Canadians, while taking a rigorous social scientific approach that will engage and challenge students.