THEORIES OF HUMAN COMMUNICATION

• Main Authors: Little John, S.W (Author), Karen A. Foss (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Long Grove Waveland Press 2011
• Edition: English : tenth edition
• Subjects: Communication > Philosophy; Information; Communication
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• Item Description: For almost four decades, Theories of Human Communication has offered readers an engaging and informative guide to the rich array of theories that influence our understanding of communication. The first edition broke new ground with its comprehensive discussion of theorizing by communication scholars. Since that time, the field has expanded tremendously from a small cluster of explanations and relatively unconnected theories to a huge body of work from numerous traditions or communities of scholarship. The tenth edition covers both classic and recent theories created by communication scholars and informed by scholars in other fields. Littlejohn and Foss organize communication theory around two intersecting elements--contexts and theoretical traditions--and emphasize the connections, trajectories, and relationships among the theories. They provide clear, accessible explanations that synthesize without oversimplifying. Their extensive use of examples presents theorizing as a natural process and invites readers to reflect on their own experiences and to become active participants in continuing the conversation. In addition to the authors' lucid explanations of theories, the text includes "From the Source" boxes in which the theorists share their perspectives on communication. The extensive bibliography (almost 1,200 entries) and chapter citations are invaluable resources for more in-depth study. --Publisher description.
• Physical Description: xii, 487 pages illustrations 24 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9781577667063

A broad survey of theories across the field, the text provides undergraduates with an understanding of the many facets of the communication field and graduate students with a foundation for advanced study.