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Election in Christ in Schleiermacher\u27s Christian Faith and Christian Ethics
Get PDFSchleiermacher’s treatment of election criticizes the narrow focus on individual salvation and emphasizes the primacy of divine grace. Yet more than merely offering a revision of this controversial doctrine, Schleiermacher’s position illuminates the larger correlation of grace, history, and soteriology in his theology. This essay examines Schleiermacher’s novel understanding of grace and history by attending to the subtle theme of the “supernatural-becoming-natural” in his thought. In contrast to rationalist and supernaturalist theologies in his day, his Christian Faith and Christian Ethics offer a historically-minded treatment that focuses on the original instance of grace in history: the appearance of the redeemer. Schleiermacher depicts the relatively supernatural influence of Christ as transforming the natural and historical world from within, drawing creation to its divinely-ordained completion. This dynamic highlights Schleiermacher’s work as an innovative contribution to ongoing discussions of grace and redemption in modern and contemporary systematic theology
NOW 2015-09 September
No full textCorpus of News on the Web data for September 2015.
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Climate Change Discourse and Gendered Communication
No full textClimate change is one of the most critical threats facing the 21st century. The effects on the planet, humankind, jobs, food supply, and other vital resources increase every year. Those communicating these details to the American public through mass media are doing so with gendered discourse. This study analyzes three speeches from predominant climate change communicators representing three different platforms: politician Al Gore, cultural figure Leonardo DiCaprio, and climate scientist James Hansen. Using discourse analysis informed by feminist standpoint theory, this study suggests that frames, words, phrases, and communication styles embedded in discussions of climate change continue to use gendered language reflecting patriarchy (Hallstein, 1999, Harding, 1986). Gendered climate change discourse reflects male worldview (Bee, 2013), muting the female gender’s voice and way to frame its occurrence. The major gendered themes or categories identified in the study include: patriarchal reinforcement of the gendered military symbolism, instrumental rationality as a mode of gendered communication, and “report talk.” Acknowledging these gendered tropes could bring all genders into climate change policy creation and outreach efforts
When Face-to-Face is Not Feasible: Alternatives for Organizational Communication
No full textOrganizational communication informs, fosters understanding, creates buy-in, and is key to organizational success. While face-to-face (F2F) communication is the preferred and most effective mode of communication, it is not always feasible. With the proliferation of computer mediated communication (CMC) organizations have a wide range of channels available for communicating. This study explores alternatives to F2F communication, using information technology (IT) and organizational change as the topics of analysis. It is based on the philosophical assumption of Aristotle’s “golden mean” and the communication theories of media richness and social presence. The study analyzed the survey responses of two groups of employees of a large organization who were asked how likely they were to use certain communication channels for receiving information. In addition to determining communication channel preferences, the study analyzed the results in terms of the age of the respondents, media richness theory, social presence theory, and the type of information being communicated. For IT-related information, in addition to F2F, the IT website and email alerts, which provide summary information and a link to the full information on the website, were the preferred methods of communication, Twitter, blogs, and podcasts were the least preferred. For information about the organization, memos, formal policy, emails, and email alerts were the preferred channels of communication while Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter were least preferred. The study showed a slight deviation in responses based on the age of the respondent, younger respondents were slightly more likely to use social media. It also showed a slight correlation between the familiarity of a communication channel and the likelihood that employees will use it, respondents who had used web conferencing showed a slight preference for using this communication channel
Always On: Perceptions of Solitude in a Technology Dependent Culture
No full textComputer mediated forms of communication are a common way to engage with other people. As technology continues to advance, it is important to understand the impact electronic forms of communication have on social behavior. Over time users have become dependent on technology and all the conveniences it brings to their lives. The goal of this study is to evaluate the ways different age groups perceive solitude through their use of technology. The study is based on Media Richness and Social Presence communication theories, as well as the social philosophies of Absent Presence and Alone Together. Absent Presence (Gergen, 2002) centers on the idea that someone is physically present, yet so consumed by electronic media they are detached from the people sharing their space. Alone Together (Turkle, 2012) focuses on the need to be constantly connected, and the struggle with balancing technology use and personal relationships. A survey addressing both quantitative and qualitative questions was distributed electronically to a convenience sample, and responses were gathered from 293 adults. Results from this study found technology does not increase the fear of being alone and age plays a very limited role in connecting technology use to feelings of loneliness. Additionally, both millennial and older generation groups find solace in the time they spend alone and look forward to carving out time to be by themselves. By expanding on the findings from this study, a wide range of opportunities for further research can be explored. Taking a deeper dive into the millennial age group to see how digital natives vary in their perceptions toward social engagement could uncover ways in which technology plays a part in cultivating or diminishing new relationships
The Influence of Organizational Messages on the Persistence of Reticent Behaviors
No full textCommunication reticence has the potential to negatively impact an individual’s ability to succeed in organizational life (McCroskey & Richmond, 1979, Richmond, 2009). A probable reason for this impact stems from what research has identified as a cultural preference for extroverted temperament traits over introverted traits (Allik & McCrae, 2004, Cain, 2012, McCroskey, Richmond & McCroskey, 2009). This study reviewed the biological and environmental origins of reticence, linking reticence to the introverted temperament. From a symbolic interactionist perspective, it explored the relationship between organizational messages concerning preferred temperament traits and the persistence of reticent behaviors. A quantitative approach, employing a two-part survey instrument comprised of the Reticence Scale (Keaten, Kelly, & Finch, 1997) and open-ended question from the sensemaking theoretical perspective, indicates that reticent individuals believe that they receive less recognition in their organizations than others. Findings examined the perceptions of both high and low reticent individuals revealing that high reticents feel overlooked in organizational life whereas low reticents believe that members are recognized equally. Future studies are necessary to develop our understanding of the impact of organizational messages on the persistence of reticent behaviors and to more effectively target interventions
Acclimation Does Not Mean Equality: Muted Group Identity Management of Women in the United States Navy
No full textThis thesis focuses on identity management amongst women, as part of a muted-group, within the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. This study considers cultural and social conditions encountered prior to their entry into the program to assist in evaluating communication and identity management methods to regain voice. The research is grounded in muted-group theory and seeks to build on existing research that follows the repeal of the Combat Exclusion Law. Existing research following the repeal centers on women in direct combatant roles. This study examines women in a high-paced academic and technical field. Ten women volunteered to participate to include narrative interviews and two focus groups. Critical analysis reveals that command climate, pre-military social development, and peer-assistance were vital in creating an identity that allowed for equal voice within the program. The research reveals that future studies should include males as well as spousal contributions in supporting muted group roles. Additionally, the research reveals a correlation between math and science achievement to higher level cognitive-development which requires further study
Discussing Race Online: A Study of Video Conferencing as a Distance Learning Tool
No full textTeaching tolerance and promotion of diversity is an increasingly important aspect of education programs in the United States (Allen, 2011). Student resistance to ideas related to Critical Race Theory has been documented by numerous scholars, and presents significant challenges to teachers of diversity courses (Alexander-Floyd, 2008, Cooks, 2003, Donadey, 2002, Davis & Steyn, 2012, Heinze, 2008, Johnson & Bhatt, 2003). The distance learning environment presents unique challenges to instructors when dealing with student resistance (Ouzts, 2006), and online diversity education programs may benefit from the utilization of a variety of technologies to facilitate dialogue, discussion, and self-reflection among students (Chang & Lim, 2002, Wei, Chen, Kinshuk, 2012). Video conferencing has been implemented in one online Master’s level diversity course. This research attempts to determine if video conferencing is an effective means of generating dialogue, discussion, and self-reflection that aligns with the teaching goals of Critical Race Theory. Semi-structured interviews were conducted by phone with five students who recently completed the course. A three stage coding process was used to analyze the data collected. The research provided qualitative data related to the students’ experience in the course and perceived learning outcomes. The data indicates that students generally valued the richer dialogue experienced through the video conference, however few activated their video cameras or participated in all of the scheduled calls. Further exploration and quantitative study of video conferences specifically related to their design and implementation and the discussion of race is necessary to address the research question
Organizational Use of Social Media to Establish Trust
No full textThis thesis examined how people develop a sense of trust in organizations when interacting with them via social media. It discussed the importance of dialogue in developing relationships between organizations and their publics and how social media as a type of Computer Mediated Communication (CMC) facilitates dialogue. This thesis identified and discussed the role and challenges of developing trust through CMC and addressed defining the concept of trust for the purpose of research. Social Information Processing (SIP) theory was used to explain how those engaging in CMC develop an understanding of each other when there is no face-to-face interaction and the medium of text is used. Sense-making methodology was used to solicit and code responses from research participants. The key conclusion is that the most important factor in developing a sense of trust when interacting with organizations via social media is that the organization is responsive to their publics and does so in a manner that suggests the organization values the relationship. The implications for organizations is that they must understand the nuances of CMC and social media and ensure the employees who implement their social media strategy are well trained
A Content Analysis of the Black Female Characters of Shonda Rhimes’ Television Shows
No full textFor years Black female characters were few and far between on television and were predominately created by men. When Black female characters were depicted, they were often maids, prostitutes, drug addicts, or the sidekick with very little storyline to a comedic spouse or friend. With the success of Black female screenwriter Shonda Rhimes, consumers have a broader selection of shows to view that feature complex Black female characters atypical of characters past. This study examines the impact ofthe narrative Black female television viewers see from Shonda Rhimes\u27 characters through the lens of three theories: muted group, media literacy, and social learning theories. The muted group theory suggests an unequal playing field of communication for women in a male-dominated language. Media literacy and social learning theory examine how one responds to a message they receive, how they analyze and process the message, and how they behave in response to the message, respectively. This research uses several methodologies including content analysis and qualitative phenomenological research to explore the impact of Shonda Rhimes\u27 characters. The results of the study indicate that when a Black woman is the creator, writer, or producer ofa show with Black female characters, Black female viewers are more inclined to see themselves reflected in those characters. The viewers, however, only feel represented to a certain degree -primarily professionally