Mediated Interpersonal Communication / Edition 1

by Elly A. Konijn, Sonja Utz, Martin Tanis, Susan B. Barnes

Overview

Mediated interpersonal communication is one of the most dynamic areas in communication studies, reflecting how individuals utilize technology more and more often in their personal interactions. Organizations also rely increasingly on mediated interaction for their communications. Responding to this evolution in communication, this collection explores how existing and new personal communication technologies facilitate and change interpersonal interactions. Chapters offer in-depth examinations of mediated interpersonal communication in various contexts and applications. Contributions come from well-known scholars based around the world, reflecting the strong international interest and work in the area.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780805863031
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/12/2008
Pages:	412
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Elly A. Konijn, Sonja Utz, Martin Tanis, Susan B. Barnes

Table of Contents

List of figures, List of tables, List of contributors, Acknowledgments, Part 1 Bridging the disciplines, Part II Technology as relationship enabler, Part III The appeal of communicating through technology, Index

Editorial Reviews

Selected as a CHOICE Outstanding Academic Book of 2009

"Undoubtedly the most significant study of interpersonal communication to appear in the last 50 years..." —CHOICE

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