Global Media and Communication

Scope & Guideline

Transforming Perspectives on Communication in a Digital Age

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Global Media and Communication with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1742-7665
PublisherSAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2005 to 2024
AbbreviationGLOB MEDIA COMMUN / Glob. Media Commun.
Frequency3 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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Address1 OLIVERS YARD, 55 CITY ROAD, LONDON EC1Y 1SP, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Global Media and Communication' focuses on the intersection of media, communication, and global dynamics, addressing how these elements shape and are shaped by socio-political contexts. Its aim is to foster a deeper understanding of the role of media in various geopolitical landscapes, cultural exchanges, and transnational communications.
  1. Transnational Media Studies:
    Investigates how media operates across national borders, exploring the influence of cultural exchange, globalization, and transnational narratives.
  2. Media and Political Dynamics:
    Examines the relationship between media and political processes, including the role of media in shaping political discourse, public opinion, and democratic engagement.
  3. Impact of Technology on Communication:
    Analyzes how advancements in technology, particularly digital and social media, affect communication patterns, audience engagement, and the dissemination of information.
  4. Cultural Representation and Identity:
    Focuses on how media representations shape cultural identities and social narratives, particularly in multicultural and diverse societies.
  5. Media Ethics and Accountability:
    Explores issues related to media ethics, accountability, and the role of journalism in promoting transparency and public trust.
Recent publications in 'Global Media and Communication' highlight several emerging themes that reflect the current global media landscape and its complexities. These trends indicate areas of increasing scholarly interest and relevance.
  1. Digital Media and Social Movements:
    There is a growing focus on how digital media platforms facilitate social movements and political discourse, particularly in contexts of political change and activism.
  2. Geopolitical Influences on Media:
    Research is increasingly examining how geopolitical tensions and power dynamics shape media narratives, particularly in relation to countries like China and their global media strategies.
  3. Media's Role in Addressing Global Crises:
    Emerging studies are addressing how media coverage influences public understanding and responses to global crises, such as climate change or migration, emphasizing the media's role in shaping discourse.
  4. Comparative Media Studies:
    There is an increasing trend towards comparative analyses of media practices across different countries, particularly in understanding the impacts of varying political and cultural contexts.
  5. Artificial Intelligence and Media:
    Recent discussions on the impact of artificial intelligence on media production and dissemination are gaining traction, indicating a need to explore how AI technologies reshape communication.

Declining or Waning

While 'Global Media and Communication' has consistently addressed a variety of themes, certain areas appear to be losing prominence in recent publications. This may reflect shifts in global media landscapes or evolving scholarly interests.
  1. Traditional Media Analysis:
    Research focusing solely on traditional media forms (such as print and broadcast) seems to be on the decline, as there is a growing emphasis on digital and social media contexts.
  2. Regional Studies in Isolation:
    There is a noticeable decrease in studies that focus narrowly on specific regions without considering transnational influences, reflecting a broader trend towards global interconnectedness.
  3. Historical Media Studies:
    Papers concentrating on historical analyses of media practices are less frequent, indicating a potential shift towards contemporary issues and immediate global communication challenges.

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