The Journal of Communication (JOC) is the flagship journal of the International Communication Association and an essential publication for all communication specialists and policy makers. The Journal of Communication concentrates on communication research, practice, policy, and theory, bringing to its readers the latest, broadest, and most important findings in the field of communication studies. Journal of Communication also features an extensive book review section, and the symposia of selected studies on current issues.The magazine is also committed to promoting the internationalization and diversification of communication studies research, encouraging scholars from different cultural and disciplinary backgrounds to submit articles, in order to promote academic exchange and cooperation on a global scale.