Abstract
This research offers an in-depth analysis of both static (cross-sectional) and dynamic (longitudinal) relations among communication apprehension, communicative self-efficacy, and willingness to communicate pertaining to the public speaking context. Using longitudinal data from undergraduate students enrolled in a semester-long basic communication course (BCC) focusing on public speaking, the study sheds light on the complex patterns of interrelationships among the three constructs and on the differences arising when regarding them from a static versus dynamic standpoint. The research reveals important findings that have salient implications for instruction in the BCC and are informative for theory-development and general pedagogical practice in the communication field.
Recommended Citation
Hodis, Georgeta M. and Hodis, Flaviu A.
(2013)
"Static and Dynamic Interplay among Communication Apprehension, Communicative Self-Efficacy, and Willingness to Communicate in the Communication Course,"
Basic Communication Course Annual: Vol. 25, Article 8.
Available at:
https://ecommons.udayton.edu/bcca/vol25/iss1/8
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