Science or Humanity?
This type of theory is credible when it possesses "aesthetic appeal."
Interpretive theory.
This theory posits that the stronger a pair's relationship ties, the more channels of communication those individuals will share.
Media Multiplexity Theory
This number of perfection is also the number of communication traditions.
Seven.
The mental self-image that results from taking the role of the other. Alice would understand.
Looking-glass self.
This elongated acrostic deals with the telling of stories. It's quite alot.
LUUUUTT
Objective theory is credible when it passes the test of not being too complicated as stated in this phrase.
Relative simplicity.
Symbolic Convergence Theory
This tradition deals with communication as sharing meaning through signs.
Semiotic.
The concept of revealing ideas about oneself to another in order to bring about closeness. "Onions have layers!"
This 3-letter acrostic names a professional communication organization that sets the standards for ethical communication. It's known all over the nation.
NCA (National Communication Association)
Humanist theory makers place high value on this term that means "freedom."
The theory that encourages listeners to "think carefully about issue-relevant arguments," but sometimes ends up with decisions based on irrelevant cues.
Elaboration Likelihood Model
This theory deals with communication as the creation of social reality.
Socio-cultural.
A term that states reality is created through communication. Bob the builder would approve.
CPB is an acrostic that explains the phenomenon of two individuals co-owning private information. Property lines might help.
Collective Privacy Boundary
Interpretive theorists seek not just to explain power structures in a society, but to do this for society in general.
Bring about social reform.
"Anticipation of future interaction" and "incentive value," are just two of the motivators in this theory. At least, we're pretty sure they are.
Uncertainty Reduction Theory.
This tradition deals with communication as the experience of self and others through dialogue.
Phenomenological.
An individual who ends up owning private information they did not seek out. I guess they're out of 'luc' (sp).
Reluctant Confidant.
This 3-letter acrostic refers to a theory that asserts if we get the pattern of communication right, we'll create better social worlds. Sounds like a left-leaning news organization.
CMM
This term for testing objective theory requires the theory be stated in such a way that it can be tested and disproved.
Falsifiability.
This theory contrasts three sets of concepts such as "connection vs. autonomy" in its attempt to explain the way humans relate to each other.
Relational Dialectics.
This theory is designed to identify cause and effect patterns.
Socio-psychological.
This term relates to the concept of living in an echo chamber in which one only allows themselves to hear ideas with which they agree. It's mental photography in a sense.
Selective Exposure.
LOA, LOR, and LON all play a part in the decisions we make in this theory.
Social Judgment Theory