Communication Theories
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5 pages. This paper explains the difference between the process school and that of a semiotician. The scenario we discuss is that of President Ford in 1974 and how his communication tactics are analyzed between the two processes. An opinion is given as to this imaginary scenario. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Communication Theory
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A 3 page research paper that examines Thibaut and Kelley's social exchange theory of communication as discussed in Em Griffen's First Look at Communication Theory. The writer uses the example of the 2003 debate concerning a possible war with Iraq as discussed in media as the it would be analyzed by this theory. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Communication Theory
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This 7 page paper looks at how effective communication can take place. This includes consideration of the barriers to communication, the way a message may be interpreted and the different forms of communication. The paper then looks briefly at an example of poor communication within an organisation to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
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Communication Theory/Intimacy & Distance
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:A 5 page research paper that explores distance and intimacy as an aspect of communication theory research. This literature review explores the manner in which researchers are currently exploring this area of communication theory. A survey of recent literature shows that investigation into intimacy and distance shows this are of communication theory to be diverse, but with many questions yet to be answered. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Communication: Inference and Attribution
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This 8 page paper considers two different situations and assesses concepts like correspondent inference and attribution theory to the communications that occur. This paper assesses the specific elements of these concepts to an understanding of the communication and its implications. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Communication: Performance Studies and Cultural Studies
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A 3 page paper discussing performance studies and cultural studies as they relate to and seek not only to describe, explain and predict social phenomenon, but also to reform or change the society in which we live. The paper uses examples of Sophocles’ and Shakespeare’s plays. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Communications in History by David Crowley and Paul Heyer : Art and the Symbols of Ice Age Men
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of the major components of the first chapter of Communication in History by David Crowley and Peter Heyer, and relates an understanding of communications forms and technologies that can be viewed through an understanding of early cave art and symbols. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Communications Theory
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In 5 pages the author analyzes a mock communication episode while discussing persuasive communication theory. No additional sources cited.
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Communications Theory Questions
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This 5 page paper relates the issue of communication competence. This paper argues that competence is directly linked to the adequacy of the person communicating and the willingness of the person receiving information. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Communications Theory Questions
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of some questions regarding communications theory. Specifically, this paper addresses issues like validity and the social and cultural influences on communications theory. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Communications Theory Questions
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This 9 page paper outlines some basic theoretical questions regarding communications. This paper relates factors like conflict theory. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Communications: source credibility
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A paper which looks at source credibility in relation to television audience, with reference to the origins of the concept in Aristotle's rhetoric and the relevance of expertise and trustworthiness. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Considerations in Communication: Differences Between Japanese and American Cultures
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An 11 page comparison of the specific ways in which Japanese and American communication styles differ. The author examines this difference in terms of low and high context cultures and in terms of five specific taxonomies: power distance, uncertainty avoidance, individualism-collectivism, masculinity-femininity, and time orientation. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Content Analysis of Media Messages: An Abstract
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Since the 1950s, the American public has focused on the mass media as a means of understanding culture, developing social identity and shaping political perspectives. This 3 page abstract provides an overview of the topic and relates it to the findings in the current literature. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Criminological Theories and Their Application
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Criminological theories can generally be grouped because they share specific themes, even though they may differ in structure or in their application. This 5 page paper provides an overview of a hypothetical courtroom observatoin. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Cross Cultural Communications
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A 20 page paper discussing the issues surrounding cross cultural communication in the workplace. This is an issue which is increasingly important in the business world as technology has brought down many cultural barriers. An introduction is included, which addresses various concerns as well as provides a definition of terms. This section is followed by a literature review which consists of two separate sections. One section illustrates some particular problems in dealing with different cultures. The second section describes various ways that some writers have offered in regards to solutions. This is followed by a conclusion which addresses the literature described and discusses the possible effectiveness of current trends. Bibliography contains 20 references.
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Cultural Diversity and an Interview of "Joy," a Pakistani Lesbian
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of an interview with Joy, a Pakistani lesbian, with a focus on her views on multiculturalism. This paper includes reflections by the interviewer and a 2 page paper that gives an overview of Joy's two cultures...lesbian culture and Pakistani culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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