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Original Articles

Falsification procedures for behavioral research in communication

Pages 269-282 | Published online: 01 Apr 2009
 

Abstract

In this essay, it is argued that reliance upon verification procedures has inhibited theory building in communication. Four falsification procedures are advanced and exemplified through communication studies. Finally, several implications are offered for conducting future behavioral research in communication from the falsification perspective.

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