30.080-1 - Deweyan Perspectives on Social Media, Communication, and Reconceptualizing Community

• In Event: 30.080 - Roundtable Session 10

Session Type: Roundtable Session

Abstract

Dewey viewed communication and community as interwoven and instrumental to a democratic society. The influence of social media and advancements of communication media in contemporary society will be examined through a Deweyan lens by the presenters in this session. Dewey's "Media Theory" will be revisited in relation to the new media shaping society.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Dewey Studies

Chair

• Chetanath Gautam, Delaware State University

Papers

• Communication and (Educational) Media: Dewey's "Media Theory" Reconstructed - Norm Friesen, Boise State University

• Social Media and the College Community - Ana M. Martinez-Aleman, Boston College

• Rethinking Independence: A Deweyan Approach to Community for Adults With Developmental Disabilities - Amy Lynn Boele, University of Colorado - Denver