For over forty years, Theories of Human Communication has facilitated the understanding of the theories that define the discipline of communication. The authors present a comprehensive summary of major communication theories, current research, extensions, and applications in a thoughtfully organized and engaging style. Part I of the extensively updated twelfth edition sets the stage for how to think about and study communication. The first chapter establishes the foundations of communication theory. The next chapter reviews four frameworks for organizing the theories and their contributions to the nature of inquiry. Part II covers theories centered around the communicator, message, medium, and communication with the nonhuman. Part III addresses theories related to communication contexts—relationship, group, organization, health, culture, and society. “From the Source” contributions from theorists provide insight into the inspirations, motivations, and goals behind the theories. Online instructor’s resource materials include sample syllabi, key terms, exam questions, and text graphics. The theories include those important for their continuing influence in the field as well as emerging theories that encourage thinking about issues in new ways. For a reasonable price, readers are able to explore the patterns, trends, trajectories, and intricacies of the landscape of communication theory and will have an invaluable resource for future reference.
This is one of the most demanding courses for Communication users, and THEORIES OF COMMUNICATION is considered the seminal text in the field. Littlejohn presents theories in a clear and...
The first chapter establishes the foundations of communication theory. The next chapter reviews four frameworks for organizing the theories and their contributions to the nature of inquiry.
Appropriate for use in communication theory courses at the advanced undergraduate and graduate level, this text offers students insights to understanding the issues and possible answers to the question of what communication is in all forms ...
This second edition includes 16 new theories and an updated study of the state of family communication. Each chapter follows a common pattern for easy comparison between theories.
Provides a variety of tools to help understand and apply communication theory.
This is the first resource to summarize, in one place, the diversity of theory in the communication field.
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.
Theories of Human Communication (Preliminary Edition)
This unique volume offers an overview of the diversity in research on communication, including perspectives from biology, sociality, economics, norms and human development.
Theories of Human Communication: With InfoTrac College Edition