Praised by students and instructors alike for its engaging approach and reader-friendly design, this second Canadian edition prepares students to become effective communicators in both their personal and professional lives. Exploring the four main areas of communication - verbal/nonverbal, interpersonal, group, and public - the text seamlessly integrates theoretical concepts and applications in a clear, accessible style. With a strong focus on the influence of culture and technology throughout, the text examines a range of cutting-edge topics from online social networks to group dynamics. Integrating relevant Canadian issues and examples, with a brand new chapter on social media and a wealth of pedagogical features, Understanding Human Communication, second Canadian edition, is a practical introduction to this fascinating field of study.