Handbook of Journalism Studies

The Handbook of Journalism Studies, second edition, explores the current state of research in journalism studies and sets an agenda for future development in an international context. It covers scholarship on news production, content, society, culture, and journalism studies in a global context, emphasizing comparative and global perspectives. The volume is a comprehensive resource for theory and scholarship in journalism studies, offering broad international coverage from world-leading contributors.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 574 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2019
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Handbook of Journalism Studies, in its second edition, delves into the current state of research in journalism studies and presents a roadmap for its future development in an international context. This comprehensive volume is meticulously structured around theoretical and empirical approaches to journalism research, encompassing a wide range of topics such as news production, news content, journalism and society, journalism and culture, and journalism studies in a global context.

In light of the field's growing richness and diversity, the second edition of The Handbook of Journalism Studies reflects both the expanding diversity within the field and the significant transformations that journalism has undergone in recent years. With a strong emphasis on comparative and global perspectives, this new edition explores a multitude of key elements, thinkers, and texts that have shaped the field. It provides a historical context that contextualizes the development of journalism studies and sheds light on the current state of the field. Additionally, it addresses methodological issues and discusses the merits and advantages of different approaches and areas of study within journalism research.

Furthermore, the volume critically examines the limitations and critical issues associated with these approaches and areas of study, offering valuable insights for future research endeavors. Drawing from a diverse array of world-leading contributors, this volume offers broad international coverage, making it an essential resource for theory and scholarship in journalism studies. It is a must-have resource for scholars and graduate students engaged in journalism, media studies, and communication across the globe.

Weight: 1084g
Dimension: 249 x 169 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138052895
Edition number: 2 New edition