Computer Mediated Communication

by Crispin Thurlow, Lara Lengel, Alice Tomic

This book offers students a task-based introduction to Computer-Mediated Communication and the impact of the internet on social interaction. Divided into four parts which require students to learn, (theory), critique, (current issues), explore, (methods), and reflect, (practice), the book aims In spite of the rapidly increasing interest in Internet Studies and CMC and the introduction of many university courses in the area, no specialised, introductory textbook exists. This coursebook responds to the need for such a text. Aimed primarily at communication students, this book would also be useful as a sourcebook for students of media, sociology, psychology, and English Language Studies.

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[lauren · Rating 4 out of 5]

one of the best textbook readings i’ve ever been assigned during my studies, will forever use this for research. i just wish the stats were more updated and the referenced links are now non-existent due to the age.

[Margrethe Aas Johnsen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Using this book as part of my bachelor's thesis on blogging. However, the book is a little outdated and a little too 'back to basics' in some parts. Still, it is divided into several sections according to topic and discusses many aspects of CMC. An interesting source book, but don't expect to learn too much if you're already used to using the Internet.