Chapter One Introduction
1.1 Object of the Book
1.2 Rationale of the Book
1.3 Aims of the Book
1.4 Structure of the Book
Chapter Two Literature Review
2.1 Defining Teasing
2.2 Teasing Targets and Topics
2.3 Formal Features of Teasing
2.4 Functional Taxonomies of Teasing
2.5 Contextual Dimensions of Teasing
2.6 Critical Evaluations
Chapter Three Theoretical Framework
3.1 Interpersonal Pragmatics
3.2 Rapport Management Model
3.3 Mixed Messages and Relational Work
3.4 Analytical Framework of the Present Study
3.5 Summary
Chapter Four Methodology
4.1 Research Questions
4.2 Data Collection
4.3 Data Description
4.4 Data Analysis
4.5 Summary
Chapter Five Targets and Topics of Online Teasing
5.1 Observed Teasing Targets
5.2 Observed Teasing Topics
5.3 Distribution of Teasing Targets and Topics
5.4 Summary
Chapter Six Rapport Management Through Online Teasing
6.1 Dimensions of Rapport Management
6.2 Domains of Rapport Management
6.3 Distribution of Dimensions and Domains of Rapport Management
6.4 Summary
Chapter Seven Relating Goals of Online Teasing and Effects of Contextual Factors
7.1 Relating Goals of Online Teasing
7.2 Effects of Relational Networks on Online Teasing
7.3 Effects of Relational Atmosphere on Online Teasing
7.4 Summary
Chapter Eight Conclusion
8.1 Major Findings
8.2 Implications of the Book
8.3 Limitations and Future Directions
References
Index
