Communication Apprehension and Achievement in a Performance-Oriented Basic Communication Course.

Powers, William; Smythe, Mary Jeanette

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Publication Date: 1980

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Communication Apprehension and Achievement in a Performance-Oriented Basic Communication Course.

Powers, William; Smythe, Mary Jeanette

Human Communication Research, v6 n2 p146-52 Win 1980

Extends the study of communication apprehension (CA) impact in the instructional environment through examination of high, low, and moderate CA levels relative to various performance situations in a basic communication course. Results indicate significant differences in achievement indices between the three CA groups. (JMF)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Communication Apprehension, Competency Based Education, Higher Education, Individual Characteristics, Speech Communication, Speech Habits

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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