Coordinated management of meaning. Explained

What is the full name of the theory that you are investigating for your final paper? Who developed it, and what is the theory’s goal (to predict, explain, change or understand)?

Question 1

The theory I am investigating in my final paper is; Coordinated management of meaning. This theory was developed in the mid-1970’s by W. Barnett Pearce, and Vernon E. Cronen. The goal of this theory is to solve the social problems and issues in order to create a better social world.

Question 2

To which of the seven communication traditions does this theory’s field of study belong? Explain the tradition and why this theory belongs in that category.

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The coordinated management of meaning theory belongs to the cybernetic tradition.

Question 3 (10 points

Which of the communication contexts does the theory address? Explain the context and why this theory belongs in that category. (10 points)

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Question 4 (10 points)

Does your theory seek to answer questions of ontology, epistemology, or axiology about the nature of reality? Define the term that you use in your answer.

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Question 5

In your own words, summarize any strengths or weaknesses of the theory.

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Question 6

In your own words, summarize your theory. Make sure to include the theory’s primary concepts (with definitions) and explanation of its assumptions? (25 points)

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Question 7

What kinds of communication problems can this theory be used to investigate? Explain and provide examples with your answer. (25 points)

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