Nonverbal Communication, Second Edition teaches students the fundamentals of nonverbal communication in a way that helps them see the connections between the principles they learn and the everyday communication they perform and interpret. Author Jonathan M. Bowman brings in a unique focus on diversity and social justice, demonstrating how nonverbal communication shapes and molds how we interact in a diverse society.
Jonathan M. Bowman, PhD, professor of communication, teaches courses in human communication processes and the methods through which we obtain that knowledge about communication. Bowmans research focuses on communication processes associated with intimacy and close relationships, with publications addressing nonverbal messaging, male friendships, technology in close relationships, and small-group communication. He has authored, coauthored, or edited five books and multiple editions, and contributed his knowledge to a variety of media affiliates, such as Good Morning America, USA Today, and National Public Radio. He was the recipient of the National Communication Association Ecroyd Award for Outstanding Teaching in Higher Education, the highest teaching honor in the discipline internationally, as well as the national Western States Communication Association Distinguished Teaching Award. Bowman has also received a Keck Faculty Fellowship for his focus on undergraduate research, an Innovations in Experiential Education Award for his commitment to high-impact practices, as well as multiple awards for excellence in teaching and advising. He serves as a mentor to undergraduates in multiple capacities, particularly those students involved in student government, Greek life, academic honors, and campus faith-based organizations. Dr. Bowman also works closely with undergraduate researchers as the director of the University of San Diego honors program.
Preface Acknowledgments About the Author Chapter 1 * Nonverbal Communication Origins Chapter 2 * Nonverbal Communication Features Chapter 3 * Identity and the Nonverbal Codes Chapter 4 * Kinesics: Engaging Motion and Gestures Chapter 5 * Proxemics: Engaging Personal Space and Interpersonal Distance Chapter 6 * Haptics: Engaging Physical Contact and Touch Chapter 7 * Oculesics: Engaging Gaze and Other Eye Behaviors Chapter 8 * Vocalics: Engaging the Voice and Other Vocalizations Chapter 9 * Physical Appearance: Engaging Identity and Physical Features Chapter 10 * Environmental Elements: Engaging Fixed and Semi-Fixed Features Chapter 11 * Chronemics and Olfactics: Cultural Codes of Time and Scent Chapter 12 * Nonverbal Communication Moving Forward Glossary References Index
