Research Analysis

PART 1: Using the bio below, answer these questions about that scholar’s work. Explain how you came to this answer. (5 pts each):

1. What context(s) does this scholar work in? Explain.
2. What theoretic tradition(s) influence his/her work? Explain
3. How might we classify her/his work paradigmatically (positivist, interpretivist, or pluralist)? Explain.

PART 2: Answer these questions about the article attached (5 pts each):

1. What fundamental research questions does the study address?
2. How do you think this piece of research contributes to our knowledge of human communication?

Sample Solution