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Communication Theory is a quarterly peer-reviewed academic journal publishing research articles, theoretical essays, and reviews on topics of broad theoretical interest from across the range of communication studies. It was established in 1991 and the current editor-in-chief is Thomas Hanitzsch (University of Munich). According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2014 impact factor of 1.667, ranking it 13th out of 76 journals in the category "Communication". It is published by Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of the International Communication Association. Less
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Fake news
Journalism
Computer-mediated communication
Political communication
Misinformation
Organizational communication
Communication Theory Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1990 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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FAQs on Communication Theory
How long has Communication Theory been actively publishing? 
Communication Theory has been in operation since 1990 till date.
What is the publishing frequency of Communication Theory?
Communication Theory published with a Quarterly frequency.
How many articles did Communication Theory publish last year?
In 2023, Communication Theory publsihed 14 articles.
What is the eISSN & pISSN for Communication Theory?
For Communication Theory, eISSN is 1468-2885 and pISSN is 1050-3293.
What is Citescore for Communication Theory?
Citescore for Communication Theory is 5.1.
What is SNIP score for Communication Theory?
SNIP score for Communication Theory is 1.92.
What is the SJR for Communication Theory?
SJR for Communication Theory is Q1.
Who is the publisher of Communication Theory?
OXFORD UNIV PRESS INC is the publisher of Communication Theory.
