Date of Award
Spring 5-1-2002
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Communication
First Advisor
David W. Worley
Second Advisor
Debra A. Warby
Third Advisor
James W. Cheselin
Abstract
This study investigates if a correlation exists between communication apprehension and computer-mediated communication apprehension. Data was collected through the administration of McCroskey's (1982) PRCA-24 and Clarke's (1991) CMCA Scale to a population of 721 students. A purposive sample of 102 students was then selected to serve as participants in the study. Results were analyzed using Pearson's Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (Pearson's r) to determine the degree of correlation that exists. Research concluded that little to no correlation exists between the two variables, thus rejecting the hypothesis. Results from the instruments are reported in raw form as well as an interpretation of the results. A review of previous literature, limitations of the current study, and suggestions for future research are also included.
Recommended Citation
Baumann, James A., "Communication Apprehension and Communication Technology: A Quantitative Study" (2002). All-Inclusive List of Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 3223.
https://scholars.indianastate.edu/etds/3223