IN MY HUMBLE OPINION: TESTING THE SPRIAL OF SILENCE IN COMPUTER-MEDIATED AND FACE-TO-FACE CONTEXTS

The purpose of this investigation is to further an understanding of the spiral of silence theory as it functions within both face-to-face (FtF) and computer-mediated contexts. Computer-mediated communication (CMC is often touted for being an empowering medium as it affords its users anonymity. This...

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Main Author: Zuercher, Robert James
Format: Others
Published: UKnowledge 2009
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Online Access:http://uknowledge.uky.edu/gradschool_theses/605
http://uknowledge.uky.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1609&context=gradschool_theses