Austral Comunicacion
Scope & Guideline
Promoting scholarly discourse in a globalized world.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Communication Studies:
The journal encompasses a broad spectrum of communication studies, including political communication, media studies, and organizational communication, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of how communication functions in diverse contexts. - Digital Media and Technology:
A significant focus on the impact of digital technologies, including social media and podcasts, on communication practices and audience engagement, particularly in the Latin American region. - Cultural Representation and Identity:
Explores themes of cultural representation, identity, and the role of communication in shaping societal narratives, with special attention to Latin American voices and perspectives. - Socio-Environmental Communication:
Addresses the role of communication in socio-environmental conflicts, analyzing media coverage and public discourse surrounding activism and ecological issues. - Transmedia Narratives and Learning:
Investigates the use of transmedia narratives in education and learning environments, highlighting the evolution and effectiveness of storytelling across various media formats.
Trending and Emerging
- Artificial Intelligence in Education:
Recent publications indicate a growing interest in the impact of artificial intelligence on education, particularly how it is perceived by students in Latin America, highlighting the intersection of technology and pedagogy. - Social Media and Political Discourse:
The examination of social media's role in political communication is on the rise, particularly in analyzing how political figures utilize platforms for engagement and strategy during electoral processes. - Transmedia Learning and Digital Narratives:
Emerging research focuses on the use of transmedia approaches in educational settings, reflecting a broader trend towards integrating storytelling across multiple platforms to enhance learning experiences. - Crisis Communication and Public Health:
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred increased research into crisis communication strategies, particularly in how governments manage public health messaging and misinformation in digital contexts. - Cultural and Identity Studies in Media:
There is a notable trend towards exploring cultural representation and identity within media narratives, emphasizing the importance of diverse voices and perspectives in contemporary communication.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Radio Communication:
The exploration of traditional radio as a medium has decreased, likely due to the rise of digital audio formats and podcasts, which have become more relevant in current communication studies. - Historical Political Communication Analysis:
While political communication remains a core theme, the focus on historical analyses of political discourse (e.g., past elections) seems to be waning in favor of contemporary studies that address current events and digital strategies. - Print Media Studies:
Research specifically centered on print media and its impact has diminished, as the journal increasingly prioritizes studies on digital platforms and their influence on communication practices.
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