COMMUNICATION RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Understanding in the Art of Communication.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Theoretical Frameworks in Communication:
The journal emphasizes the development and critique of theoretical frameworks that explain communication phenomena, including interpersonal, organizational, and mediated communication. - Empirical Research on Media and Society:
A core focus is on empirical studies that investigate the role of media in shaping public perceptions, behaviors, and societal dynamics, particularly in the context of digital and social media. - Interpersonal and Intergroup Communication:
Research exploring interpersonal dynamics, including relational communication, conflict resolution, and identity negotiation within and between groups, is a significant area of interest. - Health Communication:
The journal addresses health communication strategies, effects of media on health behaviors, and the role of communication in public health initiatives, reflecting the growing intersection of media and health. - Political Communication:
Political communication research is central to the journal, focusing on media influence on public opinion, political behavior, and the dynamics of political discourse in various media environments. - Diversity and Inclusion in Communication:
The journal is committed to exploring issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in communication practices, examining how identity factors influence communication experiences. - Technology and Communication:
Investigating the impact of emerging technologies on communication practices, including the effects of artificial intelligence, social media algorithms, and digital platforms, is a prominent theme.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Communication and Online Behavior:
A growing emphasis on understanding how digital communication platforms influence social interaction, information dissemination, and audience engagement reflects the importance of online behavior in contemporary society. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
Research is increasingly focusing on the interplay between communication practices and mental health outcomes, particularly in the context of social media and digital interactions. - Algorithmic Influence and Media Literacy:
As algorithms shape content delivery on social media, studies examining their effects on public perception and consumption patterns are on the rise, highlighting the need for media literacy. - Political Polarization and Discourse:
The analysis of political communication amid increasing polarization is trending, with researchers exploring how media framing and discourse shape political attitudes and behaviors. - Crisis Communication and Public Health:
The COVID-19 pandemic has catalyzed research on crisis communication strategies, particularly in public health contexts, emphasizing the role of communication in managing societal responses. - Identity and Representation in Media:
Emerging themes focus on how various identities are represented in media and communication, exploring issues of race, gender, and sexuality, and their implications for social justice. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Communication:
There is a noticeable trend towards interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from psychology, sociology, and technology studies to enrich communication research.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Studies:
Research focusing solely on traditional media formats, such as print newspapers and broadcast television, is becoming less prevalent as the focus shifts toward digital media and online platforms. - One-Dimensional Audience Studies:
Studies that treat audiences as passive recipients of media messages without considering their active role in media engagement and content creation are declining in favor of more nuanced audience analyses. - Static Models of Communication:
The use of static models that do not account for the dynamic and evolving nature of communication processes, especially in digital contexts, is waning as scholars seek more adaptable frameworks. - Homogeneous Research Samples:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies relying on homogeneous samples, as the field increasingly values diversity in research participants to better reflect the complexities of communication. - Overly Generalized Findings:
Research outputs that lack specificity and fail to address contextual variations in communication practices are receiving less attention, as the field moves towards more context-sensitive analyses.
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