Which Theory Does Gatekeeping Refer To

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which theory does gatekeeping refer to?

• A)Uses and Gratifications Theory
• B)Cultivation Theory
• C)Agenda Setting Theory
• D)Critical Theory
• E)All of these answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Situation-Specific

Pertains to the unique aspects or conditions that apply to a particular circumstance or environment.

Reciprocal Determinism

Bandura’s model that includes environment, behavior, and person as mutually interacting factors.

Bandura

Albert Bandura, a psychologist known for his work on social learning theory and the concept of self-efficacy.

Outcome Expectancies

Beliefs about the outcomes that will result from engaging in a particular behavior.