Diana Bossio,Valerie Belair-Gagnon,Avery E. Holton,Logan Molyneux
The Paradox of Connection: How Digital Media Is Transforming Journalistic Labor
The Paradox of Connection: How Digital Media Is Transforming Journalistic Labor
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The Paradox of Connection explores how journalists develop practices in dynamic social media environments, combining case studies with analysis to understand the impact of online connection and disconnection on media work practices and professional identities.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 13 February 2024
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
The Paradox of Connection delves into the intricate dynamics of how journalists navigate and shape their practices within the ever-evolving landscape of social media. Through a comprehensive framework that encompasses online connection and disconnection, the book explores the formation, negotiation, and maintenance of journalistic practices in the context of dynamic social media environments.
The authors examine the profound interactions between journalists and the technological, social, and cultural dimensions of online and social media environments. This interplay has given rise to new values and competencies, which in turn have influenced the nature of online work practices. By combining case studies with analytical insights, the authors shed light on how the tactics of online connection and disconnection interplay with the complex realities of modern media work.
The result is an insightful portrait that captures the rapidly evolving nature of journalistic practices and their profound implications for both audiences and professional identities and norms. The book offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that journalists face in the digital age, as they strive to adapt and thrive in an environment that is constantly evolving.
In conclusion, The Paradox of Connection is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the evolving landscape of journalism and the critical role that social media plays in shaping it. By providing a comprehensive analysis of the interactions between journalists and the digital realm, the book offers valuable insights into the future of journalism and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Weight: 260g
Dimension: 151 x 228 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780252087738
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