The Handbook of Journalism Studies (ICA Handbook Series)

This Handbook charts the growing area of journalism studies, exploring the current state of theory and setting an agenda for future research in an international context. The volume is structured around theoretical and empirical approaches, and covers scholarship on news production and organizations; news content; journalism and society; and journalism in a global context. Emphasizing comparative and global perspectives, each chapter explores:Key elements, thinkers, and textsHistorical contextCurrent state of the artMethodological issuesMerits and advantages of the approach/area of studiesLimitations and critical issues of the approach/area of studiesDirections for future researchOffering broad international coverage from toptier contributors, this volume ranks among the first publications to serve as a comprehensive resource addressing theory and scholarship in journalism studies. As such, the Handbook of Journalism Studies is a musthave resource for scholars and graduate students working in journalism, media studies, and communication around the globe.