Pt. 1. Communication careers and foundations. A first look at communication ; The field of communication from historical and contemporary perspectives ; -- Pt. 2. Communication processes and skills. Perceiving and understanding ; Engaging in verbal communication ; Engaging in nonverbal communication ; Listening and responding to others ; Creating communication climates ; Adapting communication to cultures and social communities -- Part 3. Contexts of communication. Communication and personal identity ; Communication in personal relationships ; Communication in groups and teams ; Communication in organizations ; Public communication ; Mass media ; Digital media and the online world.