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References for Uncertainty Management Theory:

Bradac, J. J. (2001). Theory Comparison: Uncertainty Reduction, Problematic Integration, Uncertainty Management, and Other Curious Constructs. Journal Of Communication, 51(3), 456. Brashers, D. E. (2001). Communication and Uncertainty Management. Journal Of Communication, 51(3), 477. CLARK, A. J. (1973). IDENTIFYING THE ANXIOUS COMMUNICATOR. Florida Communication Journal, 1(1), 17-20. Hammer, M. R., & Wiseman, R. L. (1998). A test of anxiety/uncertainty management theory: The intercultural adaptation context. Communication Quarterly, 46(3), 309-326. Littlejohn, S. W., & Foss, K. A. (2011). Theories of Human Communication . Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc. Neuliep, J. W. (2012). The Relationship among Intercultural Communication Apprehension, Ethnocentrism, Uncertainty Reduction, and Communication Satisfaction during Initial Intercultural Interaction: An Extension of Anxiety and Uncertainty Management (AUM) Theory. Journal Of Intercultural Communication Research, 41(1), 1-16. doi:10.1080/17475759.2011.623239 Ni, L., & Wang, Q. (2011). Anxiety and Uncertainty Management in an Intercultural Setting: The Impact on Organization-Public Relationships. Journal Of Public Relations Research, 23(3), 269-301. doi:10.1080/1062726X.2011.582205 Rains, S. A., & Tukachinsky, R. (2015). An Examination of the Relationships Among Uncertainty, Appraisal, and Information-Seeking Behavior Proposed in Uncertainty Management Theory. Health Communication, 30(4), 339-349. doi:10.1080/10410236.2013.858285 Lrcarlton (talk) 04:21, 17 June 2018 (UTC)

Peer Review

Lead: The lead and background sections clearly explain AUM’s origin and what it is intended to study. I especially appreciate the background information about URT, the Wikipedia link will be useful, I edited that in for you. When you mention “this theory initial focus” are you talking about AUM? I think so, as this is what I find in Littlejohn and Foss’ Theories of Human Communication book on page 182. Maybe make that distinction?

Content: I love what I’ve read. I enjoy the explanation about uncertainty and anxiety in paragraph two. It helps the reader understand exactly what is meant by these terms and put into context what you are talking about. One area I think is particularly beneficial to your text is the importance of uncertainty in communication situations. Uncertainty and anxiety is not always a bad thing. As Littlejohn and Foss state, “If you do not feel any uncertainty, you will not feel motivated to communicate because you will feel you already know enough” (Littlejohn and Foss, 183) Your coverage of maximum and minimum thresholds is clear and to the point - great work!

Lastly, I don’t know if it is necessary to list all of the axioms, though here is an article that explains the phases of axiom construction. You may want to explain briefly what axioms are and how these propositions are formed. Here is an article that I found that details the formation of axioms: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.598.955&rep=rep1&type=pdf (pg. 197)

Weaknesses: I think it may be useful to draw distinctions between URT and AUM, though in reviewing the Wikipedia page for AUM it seems this has been done. Maybe expanding on these ideas, if possible? This was initially confusing for me, drawing lines between the two.

Next, developing the axioms section. The AUM wiki page: (anxiety/uncertainty management) shows an effective way to simply touch on Self-concepts, Motivation, Reactions to strangers, Social categorization of strangers, etc. It does seem like a lot of information, but I had no initial idea what axioms were and I think for the casual audience this would be a great tool!

Application: The application section, next to the model illustration, in concise but to the point but may be able to be expanded by incorporating some working assumptions.

Critique: I think you could build this out just a bit to explain who Griffin and Stella Ting-Toomey and why we should listen to their critiques.   Grammar: Your sentence structure and grammar seem to be great. I did not see any obvious issues.

References:

S.W. Littlejohn & K. A. Foss (2011) Theories of Human Communication. Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc.

Yoshitake, M. (2002). Anxiety/uncertainty management (AUM) theory: A critical examination of an intercultural communication theory. Intercultural Communication Studies, 11(2), 177-193.

Jtshores (talk) 21:29, 29 June 2018 (UTC)

Mike’s Peer Review

LEAD:

- Clearly explains intent and focus of study

- Needs to additional discussion to balance the importance of theory

CONTENT:

- It appears this is an addition to the Wikipedia article

- Solid coverage on the main elements of AUM

- Good overall perspective of literature, however, additional distinction is needed between URT and AUM

- Application provides a good overview, however, additional depth is needed to synthesize elements

CRITIQUE:

- Good overview but needs expanding to give a balanced perspective

- Additional detail is needed to provide an accurate assessment of AUM