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Inoculation theory as rhetorical strategy in The Evidence at Large (1805)

Rhetorical analysis is a productive way to (1) establish that inoculation theory exists in practice; (2) identify specific components of inoculation theory at work in such rhetoric; and…

Identifying accessibility improvement opportunities for global environmental communication websites

By simply addressing the top six error types (i.e., low contrast, linked images missing ALT texts and form labels, empty buttons and empty links), online environmental information providers…

Cyberbullying and family communication theory and research

The challenges are many, but the potential solutions—especially from those in a communication discipline embracing the importance of process and recognizing the power of relationships—are even greater. ELIZABETH…

Revisiting the effects of an inoculation treatment on psychological reactance

[I]ncluding a brief inoculation message prior to message exposure should enhance message reception and reduce defensive message processing. . . RUSSELL CLAYTON, JOSH COMPTON, TOBIAS REYNOLDS-TYLUS, DOMINIK NEUMANN,…

Conversation starter: Image prepare, preemptive image repair, and inoculation theory in the preface to Winans’ (1938) Speech-making

[S]ome of the rhetorical moves Winans makes, I contend, are doing particularly notable work, with a focus toward image prepare—the preemptive use of image-building strategies against anticipated attacks….

Playoff losses, mayoral politics, image repair, and inoculation: Open letter sport communication

Our analysis adds to a growing body of sport image repair scholarship and adds to the theorizing of inoculation strategies in the face of disappointing seasons or losses.

–JOSH COMPTON & JORDAN COMPTON

Inoculation theory and affect

If the last few years are an indicator, inoculation research will soon better reflect the important role of affect in inoculation’s story, and particularly, the role of affect…

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January One World‽

January One World‽. A curated gallery of early 20th century postcards. [personal collection] J. Compton, 2021 This curated gallery of early 20th century New Year postcards offers a…

Disabilities and the digital divide: Assessing web accessibility, readability, and mobility of popular health websites

We will go one step further with this argument: Addressing web accessibility problems can improve the health information-seeking experiences for everyone—for people with disabilities and for people without disabilities….