Media & Culture confronts head-on the way we consume media now. E-books are outselling print books, and we are watching more television than ever — on our smartphones and tablets. With more coverage of convergence and insightful analysis of the most current events and trends, the 2013 Update continues to fully reflect the realities of today's media.
An in-depth look at the fallout from the News Corp. phone hacking scandal in the new Extended Case Study "How the News Media Covered the News Corp. Scandal" investigates the media stories that emerged from the News Corp. phone hacking scandal, like the degree of Rupert Murdoch's involvement, and the relationship between politicians and Big Media. By using the critical process to examine this scandal, students will gain a greater understanding of the news media's role as watchdog and how students themselves can play a part in reforming the media.
Updated and expanded coverage throughout. In addition to the latest statistics and economic data, the 2013 Update covers topics such as Occupy Wall Street, social media's role in the Arab Spring Uprisings, Al Jazeera English, the Daily, the AOL-Huffington Post merger, cable television streaming apps, cloud-based music, and mobile gaming.
More digital choices in one convenient place at bedfordstmartins.com/mediaculture. You'll find free and open content — from chapter summaries and quizzes to visual activities — as well as our innovative premium media. Media & Culture is available in a variety of digital formats for your computer, tablet, and smartphone. Explore VideoCentral: Mass Communication with over 40 brief clips that provide an insider look at the mass media industries. But if you want it all, along with assessment and assignment tools, and the ability to embed YouTube clips, check out MassCommClass at yourmasscommclass.com