Speech Communication Made Simple, 3rd Edition, by Paulette Dale and James C. Wolfe, is a practical course that motivates advanced students to speak confidently and effectively. With its lighthearted and engaging self-help book approach, the text helps students acquire speech communication and listening skills that they can apply immediately and throughout their lives. Features: *comprehensive coverage of the speech-writing process*expanded section on effective use of eye contact, posture, gestures, and voice*various types of presentation -- from impromptu to persuasive *pronunciation and listening tips New to this edition: *new chapters on how to access and use different media, including the Internet for research and PowerPoint for visual aids*new interactive, communicative activities and exercises