Communication Research and Practice
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Intersection of Theory and Practice
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Communication Studies:
The journal focuses on the intersection of communication with various disciplines, including sociology, political science, and digital media studies, encouraging contributions that analyze communication phenomena from diverse perspectives. - Digital and Social Media Communication:
There is a significant emphasis on the role of digital technologies and social media in shaping communication practices, examining both user engagement and the implications for public discourse. - Ethics and Governance in Communication:
The journal addresses ethical considerations in communication practices, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like AI, emphasizing the governance frameworks that regulate these practices. - Local and Global Contexts:
Research is often framed within specific local contexts while also considering global implications, particularly regarding media representation and communication strategies in diverse cultural settings. - Health and Crisis Communication:
A focus on how communication strategies are employed in health contexts, especially during crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is a consistent theme in the journal's publications.
Trending and Emerging
- AI and Communication Governance:
Research on the governance of AI technologies and their implications for communication practices is rapidly increasing, highlighting the need for ethical frameworks and regulatory measures in the digital age. - Digital Ethnography and User Engagement:
There is a growing trend towards employing digital ethnographic methods to study user engagement on social media platforms, reflecting an interest in understanding the lived experiences of individuals in digital contexts. - Crisis Communication and Public Health:
The focus on crisis communication, particularly in health contexts such as the COVID-19 pandemic, has surged, emphasizing the importance of effective communication strategies during emergencies. - Political Communication in New Media:
Research exploring the role of new media platforms, like TikTok, in political discourse and campaigning is emerging as a significant theme, reflecting the evolving nature of political engagement. - Local Community Narratives:
There is an increasing emphasis on local narratives and their role in fostering community engagement and good governance, particularly through channels like community radio and local news.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Analysis:
Research focusing solely on traditional media forms, such as print and broadcast journalism, has decreased as the focus shifts toward digital platforms and their impact on communication. - Generalized Audience Studies:
Studies that broadly analyze audience behaviors without specific contextual frameworks or technological influences are less common, as nuanced investigations into specific demographic groups or platforms gain prominence. - Static Communication Models:
There is a noticeable decline in the use of static models of communication, as the field increasingly embraces dynamic and interactive frameworks that better reflect contemporary communication practices. - Niche Issues in Communication:
Topics that were once considered niche or specialized, such as certain cultural representations or minor social movements, are becoming less frequent, possibly overshadowed by broader, more pressing themes.
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