Media Studies: The Basics - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Media Studies: The Basics write by Julian McDougall. This book was released on 2012-05-31. Media Studies: The Basics available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. There have been seismic shifts in what constitutes (the) media in recent years with technological advances ushering in whole new categories of producers, consumers and modes of delivery. This has been reflected in the way media is studied with new theories, concepts and practices coming to the fore. Media Studies: The Basics is the ideal guide to this changing landscape and addresses core questions including: Who, or what, is the media? What are the key terms and concepts used in analysing media? Where have been the impacts of the globalization of media? How, and by whom, is media made in the 21st century? Featuring contemporary case studies from around the world, a glossary and suggestions for further reading, this is the ideal introduction to media studies today.
Film Studies: The Basics
Film Studies: The Basics - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Film Studies: The Basics write by Amy Villarejo. This book was released on 2013-07-18. Film Studies: The Basics available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Film Studies: The Basics is a compelling guide to the study of cinema in all its forms. This second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to take account of recent scholarship, the latest developments in the industry and the explosive impact of new technologies. Core topics covered include: The history, technology and art of cinema Theories of stardom, genre and film-making The movie industry from Hollywood to Bollywood Who does what on a film set Complete with film stills, end-of-chapter summaries and a substantial glossary, Film Studies: The Basics is the ideal introduction to those new to the study of cinema.
Journalism Studies: The Basics
Journalism Studies: The Basics - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Journalism Studies: The Basics write by Martin Conboy. This book was released on 2013-03-05. Journalism Studies: The Basics available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Journalism Studies: The Basics provides an introductory overview of the emerging field of Journalism Studies, discussing key issues and contemporary debates. Drawing on Conboy’s extensive experience in the field, the changing nature of journalism and its future directions are addressed, through chapters covering: the history and development of Journalism Studies how journalists are created through training and education changing research methods and processes in journalism the impact of the ‘end product’ in wider society global perspectives on journalism technology and the future of the discipline. Situated within a fast growing and dynamic field of study, this engaging introduction will be valuable reading for students of journalism, media and communication, along with those seeking to develop a broader understanding of contemporary journalism.
Television Studies: The Basics
Television Studies: The Basics - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Television Studies: The Basics write by Toby Miller. This book was released on 2009-12-04. Television Studies: The Basics available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Television Studies: The Basics is a lively introduction to the study of a powerful medium. It examines the major theories and debates surrounding production and reception over the years and considers both the role and future of television. Topics covered include: broadcasting history and technology institutions and ownership genre and content audiences Complete with global case studies, questions for discussion, and suggestions for further reading, this is an invaluable and engaging resource for those interested in how to study television.
Cultural Studies
Cultural Studies - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Cultural Studies write by Jeff Lewis. This book was released on 2008-03-17. Cultural Studies available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Praise for the first edition: "This is a great introduction and contribution to the subject. It is unusually wide-ranging, covering the historical development of cultural theory and deftly highlighting key problems that just won′t go away." - Matthew Hills, Cardiff University "To say that the scope of the book′s coverage is wide-ranging would be an under-statement. Few texts come to mind that have attempted such a thorough overview of the central tenets of cultural studies." - Stuart Allan, Bournemouth University This fully revised edition of the best selling introduction to cultural studies offers students an authoritative, comprehensive guide to cultural studies. Clearly written and accessibly organized the book provides a major resource for lecturers and students. Each chapter has been extensively revised and new material covers globalization, the post 9/11 world and the new language wars. The emphasis upon demonstrating the philosophical and sociological roots of cultural studies has been retained along with boxed entries on key concepts and issues. Particular attention is paid to demonstrating how cultural studies clarifies issues in media and communication studies, and there are chapters on the global mediasphere and new media cultures. This is a tried and tested book which has been widely used wherever cultural studies is taught. It is an indispensable undergraduate text and one that will appeal to postgraduates seeking a ′refresher′ which they can dip into.
