Overview
Takes a human-centred and concept-led journey through communication theory
Brings classic theories to life by means of vibrant real-world examples
Aimed primarily at those who are new to communication studies
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Table of contents (8 chapters)
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Front Matter
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Back Matter
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Reviews
“Showcasing Neil O’Boyle’s real enthusiasm for teaching theory, Communication Theory for Humans offers an enjoyable, student-centred approach that doesn’t oversimplify the ideas it introduces. The book makes classic theory relevant through recent applications, makes difficult theory clear through relatable examples, and shines a spotlight on the humans without whom communication would have no purpose or meaning. If you’re not lucky enough to join O’Boyle in his classroom, this is the next best thing.” (Bethany Klein, Professor of Media and Communication, University of Leeds, UK)
“This book provides students with an introduction to the foundational texts in communication theory and human interaction. While many textbooks exist on this subject, what distinguishes Neil O’Boyle’s book is its innovative structure with chapters organised around six core concepts, including “authors”, “influencers” and “produsers”. With an emphasis on real life examples, O’Boyle helps theory come alive, aided by his deeply engaging and personal writing style. This will be a valuable text for students and teachers alike.” (Anamik Saha, Senior Lecturer in Media and Communications, Goldsmiths University, UK)
“With warmth and good cheer, O'Boyle guides his readers through classic theories of human communication. Along the way, he enacts in prose the same humane values that animate the theories introduced in the book. O'Boyle addresses his student-readers as thinking humans, poised to make sense of the communication patterns that shape their selves, their stories, and their social networks. The book frames sophisticated ideas and traditions in accessible language—and then illustrates the core points through famous studies and contemporary examples. Communication Theory for Humans is a remarkable achievement, written for students and not at them.” (Jeff Pooley, Professor of Media & Communication, Muhlenberg College, USA)
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
Neil O’Boyle is Associate Professor at the School of Communications, Dublin City University, Ireland. He teaches across a range of subjects, including communication theory, psychology, and advertising, and his research examines the interrelationships between media, popular culture, and collective identities. His most recent book is Sport, the Media and Ireland: Interdisciplinary Perspectives (2020).
Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Communication Theory for Humans
Book Subtitle: Communicators in a Mediated World
Authors: Neil O'Boyle
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-02450-4
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan Cham
eBook Packages: Literature, Cultural and Media Studies, Literature, Cultural and Media Studies (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2022
Softcover ISBN: 978-3-031-02449-8Published: 12 August 2022
eBook ISBN: 978-3-031-02450-4Published: 10 August 2022
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XV, 216
Number of Illustrations: 1 b/w illustrations, 1 illustrations in colour
Topics: Media Studies, Media and Communication, Digital/New Media