Organizational Communication: A Lifespan Approach
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Author Description
Organizational Communication: A Lifespan Approach Is A Student-focused Introduction To The Field. Full Of Real-world Stories, Helpful And Unique Illustrations, And Constant Application Of Theory, This Text Engages Students And Shows Them How To Apply Concepts, Theories, And Perspectives In Every Chapter. Organizational Communication Helps Students Understand Their Communication As Participants In Organizations Throughout Their Lifetimes. It Begins With How Pre-career Experiences Influence Our Expectations For Organizational Experiences And Ends With Organizational Exits, Including Retirement. This Approach Provides A Seamless Integration Of Theory And Application While Helping Students At Any Stage Of Life Reflect On Past Experiences, Prepare For New Endeavors And Roles, And Understand Vital Organizational Theories And Perspectives In New And Concrete Ways-- Provided By Publisher.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates how communication patterns evolve throughout an individual's professional life, from pre-career expectations to organizational exit. Michael J. Kramer and Ryan S. Bisel utilize a lifespan framework to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application. By examining the trajectory of a career, the authors provide a structured method for students to analyze their own professional interactions and organizational roles.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A chronological framework covering the entire professional lifespan from pre-career to retirement.
- Real-world case studies and illustrative examples of communication dynamics.
- Theoretical perspectives on organizational socialization and identity.
- Practical tools for reflecting on past experiences and preparing for future professional transitions.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Instructors and students frequently highlight this text for its accessible, student-centered approach to complex communication theories. Experts note that the lifespan methodology provides a unique, cohesive structure that distinguishes it from more traditional, topic-based organizational communication textbooks.
Page Count:
496
Publication Date:
2025-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10:
0197770002
ISBN-13:
9780197770009
Business
Communication
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