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Section editor: Nanette S. Levinson, American University Computer-Mediated Communication Technology and Cross-National Learning Economics of International Communication E-government Electronic Commerce Entertainment Technologies Foreign Policy and Communication Global Knowledge Society and Information Technology Global Privacy Issues A History of International Communication Studies The Information and Communication Revolution and International Relations International Communication Regimes International Communication in Social Movements and Interest Groups Internet Governance Technology and Development in International Communication Technology Standards in International Communication Terrorism and Counterterrorism on the Internet World System in the Information Age Nanette S. Levinson, American University International communication (IC) as a distinct area of study has grown dramatically in the last 50 or so years, and especially since the emergence of the internet. It is multidisciplinary in nature, bringing together an array of approaches and methodologies. The breadth and vibrancy of its research agendas and the attention given to its topics and concepts (especially since 1998) indicate its increasing centrality to the study of international affairs. Within the ISA itself, the International Communication section ... log in or subscribe to read full text