Know What I'm Saying...?!? : Basics of Speech Communication (6 Revised edition)

The sixth edition of "Know What I'm Saying...?!?" Basics of Speech Communication is revised to adapt to a new generation of college-level learners while continuing to meet the learning style and preferences of more seasoned learners.

The content and layout align with ongoing research, peer reviews, and student feedback. Key Features – "Know What I'm Saying…?!?" Basics of Speech Communication:Offers shorter chapters using a scaffold layout to engage learners and encourage reading. Includes self-assessment discussion prompts called "Show Your Understanding" that challenges students to apply new skills to hypothetical situations. Includes additional student and instructor assessments that align with Bloom's Taxonomy criteria. Shifts instructional approach away from blended pedagogy & andragogy to more andragogy and less pedagogy that meets the learning shift for Generation-Z students. Presented in twelve short chapters allowing adequate time for active learning, small group and class discussion, research, and speechwriting. Includes common speech assignments, with supporting outline templates, grading rubrics, peer critique forms, and self-performance reflection forms every tool required for instructors and students to journey through an introductory speech course with ease. Student and instructor tested, evaluated, polished, and approved.