Reviews"The new edition of Mass Communication Theory recasts old theories in the contexts of new technology and globalization. It also explores the possibility of integrating theories originally generated in different paradigms into new forms."--Koji Fuse, University of North Texas"This is a well-organized, engaging, and effectively updated textbook on mass communication theory and effects. It has been updated well in light of social media and the influence of political leaders on conceptions of mass communication and the role of journalists in particular."--Megan Hopper, Illinois State University"This is the most comprehensive book of mass communication theories available."--Dom Caristi, Ball State University"This book is good for first-year graduate students to get a sense for the diversity of theoretical approaches to mass communication as well as the overarching historical trends leading to the development of the theories." - Robin Johnson, Sam Houston State University, "The new edition of Mass Communication Theory recasts old theories in the contexts of new technology and globalization. It also explores the possibility of integrating theories originally generated in different paradigms into new forms."--Koji Fuse, University of North Texas"This is a well-organized, engaging, and effectively updated textbook on mass communication theory and effects. It has been updated well in light of social media and the influence of political leaders on conceptions of mass communication and the role of journalists in particular."--Megan Hopper, Illinois State University, "The new edition of Mass Communication Theory recasts old theories in the contexts of new technology and globalization. It also explores the possibility of integrating theories originally generated in different paradigms into new forms."--Koji Fuse, University of North Texas "This is a well-organized, engaging, and effectively updated textbook on mass communication theory and effects. It has been updated well in light of social media and the influence of political leaders on conceptions of mass communication and the role of journalists in particular."--Megan Hopper, Illinois State University
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Dewey Decimal302.23/01
SynopsisAccessible, balanced, and enhanced by vivid examples and graphics, this market-leading text has introduced thousands of young scholars to the discipline over two decades. Mass Communication Theory: Foundations, Ferment, and Future, Eighth Edition, provides a complete and detailed overview of mass communication theory to the present, offering thorough, up-to-date, and effective coverage of both social science and cultural theories.