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Final Application Paper
For the Final Application Paper, identify FIVE theories that interested you or that struck you as particularly useful. There will be THREE sections to your paper:
Summarize - In approximately ONE paragraph EACH, summarize the theory. Include in your summary a) what type of theory it is (such as interpersonal, intercultural, group, or rhetorical; see Table of Contents), b) the purpose of the theory (or what it helps us understand about communication, and c) any important concepts it is based on or teaches us.
Compare and Contrast - Compare and contrast these five theories. What do they seem to have in common? What are some major differences?
Evaluate - Finally, after reading Chapter 37, evaluate if these FIVE theories line up with a thread or principle, come out of a single scholarly tradition, or address a particular communication context? Or do you seem intrigued by seemingly unrelated theories? Then evaluate your beliefs about communication theory. Consider your answers to the following questions in your paper: What does this tell you about what you believe about communication (i.e., are you more objective or rhetorical? more interested in interpersonal or organizational communication?) Consider connections between the theories and what types of theories you might be leaving out of your choices.
All papers are due no later than 10 a.m.. on the day of the final, Dec. 12. Count on writing 1,250-1,750 words.
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Running Head: COMMUNICATION THEORIES
Communication Theories
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Anxiety/Uncertainty Management Theory
This is a type of intercultural theory which was developed with the aim of extending the
Berger and Calabrese’s uncertainty reduction theory to discuss the reduction of uncertainty in the
intergroup experiences as the initial step in the development of the anxiety/uncertainty
management (AUM) theory. Specifically, the pioneer of this theory established a model of
intergroup communication through the integration of the URT as well as the social identity
theory in different stages. According to William Gudykunst, there is a significantly high degree
of anxiety as well as uncertainty in the primary encounters with individuals particularly those
who belong to another culture. The anxiety/Uncertainty theory is designed to be used for the
purposes of exploring and also serves the function of the precise application to the prevailing
conditions with the aim of increasing efficient communication together with the cultural
adaptation (Griffin et al. 2015).
Face-Negotiation Theory
Face negotiation theory is a type of intercultural theory since it seeks to provide an
explanation and understanding of the various dynamics which are available in the intercultural
communications. The face negotiation theory explains typically how the differences in culture of
the people can have an impact on the management of conflicts. The theory is indeed essential in
the modern day management of conflict since it educates on various factors which should be
considered in negotiating face. Some of these factors include concern over the self-face along
with other faces; individuals from the collectivist culture normally avoid or include the conflict
while the more individualistic p...
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