This publication aims to equip students with essential abilities that can enhance their interpersonal communication and foster stronger relationships with others. Throughout the chapters, it examines theories and concepts that delineate the dynamics of relationship-building and maintenance.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of the key communication skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, accompanied by practical techniques to improve them. The content is enriched with contemporary examples to facilitate comprehension for readers. Additionally, each chapter includes a concise summary, brief notes, and potential objective-type questions designed to aid in exam preparation.

M. Jegadeesan, is working as an Assistant Professor (Agrl.Extension) in Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641 003, Tamil Nadu, India

S.R. Padma, is working as Assistant Professor (Agrl. Extension) in the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore 641 003, Tamil Nadu, India

M.R. Naveen Kumar, is presently working as Research Associate in the Government of Japan funded research project on “Institutional Dynamics in Tank Irrigation Management”.

1. Communication-Meaning and Process-Functions and Type of Communication, 2. Communication Models, 3. Verbal and Oral Communication, 4. Non Verbal Communication, 5. Listening, 6. Writing Skill, 7. Oral Presentation Skills, 8. Field Diary,9. Lab Record ,10. Indexing,, 11. Footnote and Bibliography,12. Practice on Effective Reading Skills, 13. Precise Writing, 14. Abstracting, 15. Individual Presentation 16. Public Speaking