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Pearson+ gives you access to much more than your eTextbook. Most titles also include audiobooks, study notes, flashcards and more to help you thrive in the classroom. For courses in Public Speaking. Help students understand public speaking as a cornerstone of democratic engagement Public Speaking and Civic Engagement opens students' eyes to the critical role debate plays in democracy by examining public speaking in the context of real-world events. Utilizing a concise and accessible format, the authors demonstrate the importance of public speaking via concrete examples. The 4th Edition includes up-to-date coverage of the effects of recent trends in our society upon civic engagement. Contemporary topics include technological innovation and social media's impact on civic participation.