Computer-Mediated Communication - 2nd Edition by Caleb T Carr (Paperback)

About the Book

Carr introduces fundamental concepts, theories, and applications of CMC. Building on CFO, SIP, SIDE, and hyperpersonal theories, this engaging text provides a framework across all digital channels. The second edition adds a new chapter on health and wellbeing, as well as increased discussion of AI and immersive VR and AR technologies.

Book Synopsis

Carr introduces fundamental concepts, theories, and applications of CMC. Building on CFO, SIP, SIDE, and hyperpersonal theories, this engaging text provides a framework across all digital channels. The second edition adds a new chapter on health and wellbeing, as well as increased discussion of AI and immersive VR and AR technologies.

Review Quotes

Caleb T. Carr has done the hard work for you. Computer-Mediated Communication, Second Edition,
takes care to detail the theory and practice of computer-mediated communication (CMC) in
various contexts. It will drive theoretically informed conversations in your course!

Carr draws on CMC's rich historical and theoretical foundations to orient students to the diversity of forms and functions of online interaction. With clear, comprehensive, and easy-to-understand sections, this book will be of interest to both those who teach CMC as well as those wanting a well thought-out initiation into it.

The most comprehensive overview of the field of CMC-with classic theories from the early days
of the internet to phenomena like social media. A great resource for students!

This book masterfully synthesizes a large and diverse body of computer-mediated communication
studies across multiple contexts, including intrapersonal, interpersonal, organizational, and political communication.

This is an engaging, funny, student-centered textbook that fulfills a desperately needed niche-the
examination of communication and technology in our social lives.

About the Author

Caleb T. Carr is associate professor in the School of Communication at Illinois State University. His research addresses how new media alter communicative processes, including how social media are used for organizational uncertainty reduction, in group collaborations, and to create and maintain identity online.