Document Type
Article
Language
eng
Format of Original
25 p.
Publication Date
2010
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Source Publication
Journal of Intercultural Communication Research
Source ISSN
1747-5759
Original Item ID
doi: 10.1080/17475759.2010.526319
Abstract
This study examines whether there are emerging interpersonal norms of text messaging—an etiquette (“textiquette”) of texting—that guide its use in India and the United States. One hundred and thirty-seven participants recorded multiple text messages sent and received in specially designed text logs. Each log secured data on the following dimensions: (1) the context in which a text was sent and received/read; (2) who each participant was with—and the reaction of this person(s)—when the participant sent or received/read a text message; and (3) what constitutes impolite text messaging behavior. Results reveal emerging interpersonal norms of text messaging in both countries that vary significantly across cultures on all three dimensions. Implications and limitations are discussed.
Recommended Citation
Shuter, Robert and Chattopadhyay, Sumana, "Emerging interpersonal norms of text messaging in India and the United States" (2010). College of Communication Faculty Research and Publications. 54.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/comm_fac/54
Comments
Accepted version. Journal of Intercultural Communication Research, Vol. 39, No. 2, (2010): 123-147. DOI. © Taylor & Francis (Routledge). Used with permission.