CRITICAL STUDIES IN MEDIA COMMUNICATION
Scope & Guideline
Unpacking Media's Role in Cultural Dynamics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Critical Media Analysis:
The journal employs critical discourse analysis and other qualitative methodologies to examine media texts, their representations, and the social implications of these representations. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
It embraces interdisciplinary methodologies, drawing from fields such as cultural studies, gender studies, race studies, and communication studies to enrich the understanding of media practices. - Focus on Marginalized Voices:
A consistent focus on amplifying marginalized voices and perspectives, particularly those of Black women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other underrepresented groups, is evident in its publications. - Global and Local Contexts:
The journal explores both global phenomena and local contexts, addressing how media operates in different cultural and political environments. - Emerging Technologies and Media:
It investigates the impact of new media technologies and platforms on communication practices and cultural representations.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Activism and Resistance:
A growing number of studies focus on digital platforms as spaces for activism and resistance, particularly among marginalized communities, highlighting the role of social media in contemporary social movements. - Intersectionality in Media Studies:
There is an increasing emphasis on intersectional approaches that consider multiple identities, including race, gender, sexuality, and class, in analyzing media representations and practices. - Impact of COVID-19 on Media Practices:
The pandemic has catalyzed research on how media responds to crises, with a focus on health communication, misinformation, and the portrayal of marginalized groups during emergencies. - Representation of Black Women and Other Marginalized Identities:
A significant trend in recent publications is the focused exploration of representations of Black women and other marginalized identities, emphasizing their unique narratives and experiences in media. - Technological Impacts on Communication:
Emerging studies are increasingly examining how technologies, such as AI, streaming platforms, and social media, reshape communication practices and cultural production.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Media Critique:
There seems to be a waning interest in critiques of traditional media formats, such as print journalism, as the focus shifts towards digital and social media. - Generalized Studies on Race and Gender:
While race and gender remain crucial areas of study, there is a noticeable decline in generalized discussions, with a shift towards more nuanced and intersectional analyses. - Broad Audience Analysis:
Research that broadly analyzes media audiences without specific contextual focus appears to be less prevalent, indicating a trend towards more targeted studies.
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