Media/Society: Technology, Industries, Content, and Users

by Croteau, David; Hoynes, William; Childress, Clayton

• ISBN13: 9781071819357
• ISBN10: 1071819356
• Additional ISBN(s): 9781071819326, 9781506315331
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2021-07-20
• Publisher: SAGE
• More Book Details

About This Book

Media/Society: Technology, Industries, Content, and Users

ISBN: 9781071819357

Media/Society: Technology, Industries, Content, and Users is a comprehensive textbook designed to help students understand the intricate relationship between media and society. This seventh edition, authored by David Croteau (Virginia Commonwealth University), William Hoynes (Vassar College), and Clayton Childress (University of Toronto), offers a detailed exploration of the media landscape in the digital age.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in media studies, sociology, and communication courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the social impact of media, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of media dynamics.

History and Editions

The seventh edition of Media/Society has been updated to address recent key media issues, including the role of digital platforms like YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Spotify in producing and consuming media. This edition includes in-depth coverage of topics such as media framing around public protests, journalistic practices around #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter, “fake news,” and the 2020 election. The book also reflects the ever-changing features of our media environment with updated examples and summaries reflecting recent academic research.

Author and Other Works

David Croteau is known for his insightful analysis of media sociology, while William Hoynes brings a wealth of knowledge on the economic aspects of the media industry. Clayton Childress, the new co-author, brings a fresh perspective to the book's praised content, framework, and structure. The authors' collective expertise ensures that the book remains current and relevant in today's rapidly changing media landscape.

Key Features

• Digital Media Focus: The book significantly expands on discussions of the new media world, including digitization, the Internet, and the spread of mobile media devices.
• User-Generated Content: It explores the potential social impact of new media on society and its effect on traditional media outlets.
• Updated Research: Includes the latest industry data and current examples from popular media to illustrate enduring themes in the sociology of media.
• Online Resources: Offers access to a test bank, editable chapter-specific PowerPoint slides, learning objectives, and tables and figures through the Instructor Resource Site.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781071819357
• eTextbook: Not explicitly listed but available for rental through eCampus.com
• Other Formats: Not specified but likely available through various retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: SAGE
• Publication Date: 2021
• Number of Pages: Not specified
• Language: English
• Item Weight: Not specified
• Dimensions: Not specified

Other Editions and Formats

• The book is available in various formats, but specific ISBNs for eTextbook or other formats are not provided. However, it is available for rental through eCampus.com.

Related ISBNs:

• 9781071819326 (epub) [Invalid]
• 9781071819319 (pdf) [Invalid]
• 1245960069 (OCLC Number)

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