Updated in its eleventh edition, The Media of Mass Communication engages readers in the pursuit of greater media literacy and provides accessible insight into the important issues that confront students as consumers and purveyors of mass media. Through exceptional coverage of contemporary media issues and trends, including the on-going transformations in mass media, this text balances the principles and foundations of media literacy with lively examples, streamlined coverage, and a robust media package.
Since it was first introduced, John Vivian's The Media of Mass Communication has received praise continuously for its ability to make learning interesting and for its use of...
CHAPTER ONE: MASS MEDIA LITERACY Media Ubiquity Mediated Communication Literacy for Media Consumers Assessing Media Messages Purposeful Mass Communication Media and Society CHAPTER TWO: MEDIA TECHNOLOGY Media Technology Printing Technology ...
The Media of Mass Communication: Interactive Edition User's Guide
Retaining the successful organization of the 1st edition, Peyton Paxson writes in an accessible and well-organized manner, catering to both the needs of students and instructors.
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Media of Mass Communication. 11th Ed
In every chapter of this bestselling text, students will explore the latest developments and current events that are rapidly changing the media landscape.
This is a student-friendly publication, offering aids such as definitions of key terms, colourful infographics, case studies and end-of-chapter review questions.
Designed to give students the media literacy principles and critical thinking skills they need to become smart consumers of the media, Mass Communication: Living in the Media World provides comprehensive yet concise coverage of all aspects ...
The Media in Your Life: An Introduction to Mass Communication Interactive Edition User's Guide