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Understanding Copyright: Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
by Giles Moss Lee Edwards Bethany KleinDigital technology has forever changed the way media is created, accessed, shared and regulated, raising serious questions about copyright for artists and fans, media companies and internet intermediaries, activists and governments. Taking a rounded view of the debates that have emerged over copyright in the digital age, this book: Looks across a broad range of industries including music, television and film to consider issues of media power and policy. Features engaging examples that have taken centre stage in the copyright debate, including high profile legal cases against Napster and The Pirate Bay, anti-piracy campaigns, the Creative Commons movement, and public protests against the expansion of copyright enforcement. Considers both the dominant voices, such as industry associations, and those who struggle to be heard, including ordinary media users, drawing on important studies into copyright from around the world. Offering media students and scholars a comprehensive overview of the contemporary issues surrounding intellectual property through the struggle over copyright, Understanding Copyright explores why disagreement is rife and how the policymaking process might accommodate a wider range of views.
The Media and Political Process (PDF)
by P. Eric LouwHow have professional communicators transformed the business of politics? How do political bodies use the media to sell domestic and foreign policies to the public?
The Political Economy of Communication (2nd edition)
by Vincent MoscoA masterpiece... the one single indispensable book that all media students and scholars need to read to understand this vital and growing area of research. - Robert W. McChesney, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign A contemporary classic of media studies. Vincent Mosco, among the leading media scholars of our or any time, brings his searing insights and crystal prose to bear on the latest issues and debates of the field. An indispensable resource for researchers, activists, and students everywhere. - Toby Miller, University of California, Riverside Since publication of its first edition, The Political Economy of Communication has established itself as a true classic and one of the most important contributions to the field. This second edition has been thoroughly restructured, updated and expanded to make it an indispensable text for students and scholars alike. Putting the student at the centre of its updates, this book: Maps the definitions and foundations of political economy Adds 3 new chapters to explore current trends, from feminism and labour to new media, forms of resistance, media reform and democracy Illustrates throughout how power operates across the 21st century media landscape Explores key issues in how media power intersects with globalization, social class, race, gender and surveillance Shows media students why it is essential to understand political economy and its application to media and communication. Combining penetrating theoretical analysis with passionate commitment, Vincent Mosco once again gives readers an indispensable introduction to the field.
The Political Economy of Communication (2nd edition)
by Vincent MoscoA masterpiece... the one single indispensable book that all media students and scholars need to read to understand this vital and growing area of research. - Robert W. McChesney, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign A contemporary classic of media studies. Vincent Mosco, among the leading media scholars of our or any time, brings his searing insights and crystal prose to bear on the latest issues and debates of the field. An indispensable resource for researchers, activists, and students everywhere. - Toby Miller, University of California, Riverside Since publication of its first edition, The Political Economy of Communication has established itself as a true classic and one of the most important contributions to the field. This second edition has been thoroughly restructured, updated and expanded to make it an indispensable text for students and scholars alike. Putting the student at the centre of its updates, this book: Maps the definitions and foundations of political economy Adds 3 new chapters to explore current trends, from feminism and labour to new media, forms of resistance, media reform and democracy Illustrates throughout how power operates across the 21st century media landscape Explores key issues in how media power intersects with globalization, social class, race, gender and surveillance Shows media students why it is essential to understand political economy and its application to media and communication. Combining penetrating theoretical analysis with passionate commitment, Vincent Mosco once again gives readers an indispensable introduction to the field.
Reading Images: The Grammar of Visual Design (PDF)
by Gunther R. KressThis second edition of the landmark textbook Reading Images builds on its reputation as the first systematic and comprehensive account of the grammar of visual design. Drawing on an enormous range of examples from children's drawings to textbook illustrations, photo-journalism to fine art, as well as three-dimensional forms such as sculpture and toys, the authors examine the ways in which images communicate meaning.
Public Relations: Concepts, Practice and Critique (PDF)
by Jacquie L'EtangPromotional culture and globalization. Drawing on a wide range of interdisciplinary sources, Jacquie L'Etang also encourages students to think critically about public relations as an occupation. Student exercises, 'critical reflections', vignettes and 'discipline boxes' help students to widen their intellectual perspective on the subject, and to really engage the thinking that has shaped both the discipline and practice of public relations.
Radio Journalism (PDF)
by Guy StarkeyRadio Journalism introduduces key themes in journalism studies to explore what makes radio reporting distinctive and lay out the claims for radio's critical importance in the news landscape.
The Media And Globalization (PDF)
by Terhi Rantanen`This is a necessary and very original book that really does address the lack of attention to media in previous discussions about globalization' - James Lull, San Jose State University.
The Language Of Everyday Life: an Introduction (PDF)
by Judy DelinThis is a tour de force. It combines luminous discussion of the core conceptual issues of cultural studies, with a hard-headed, practical sense of how research in the field gets done. The result is a seriously smart, comprehensive survey of the whole terrain of cultural studies itself.
Understanding the Media (PDF)
by Eoin DevereuxHow much of our media experience is shaped by the profit motive of media conglomerates? How much freedom and power do we have as members of an increasingly fragmented media audience? How do the media influence what we understand about friendship, globalization and even our own selves?
Working with Spoken Discourse (1st edition)
by Deborah Cameron"An exemplary textbook. Making even the most complex ideas fully accessible, it is grounded in an extensive literature, filled with engaging examples, and offers ample suggestions for independent research. It's been a key text in my classes for over a decade and, as fresh and relevant as ever, will continue to buttress my graduate seminars and undergraduate courses alike. " - Professor Crispin Thurlow, University of Washington Comprehensive, practical, lively and accessible, Working with Spoken Discourse is the much-loved benchmark for learning to do discourse analysis. It combines theory and practice to give students the grounding they need in practical techniques of analyzing talk and how to apply them to real data. Begins with the 'why' and 'how' of doing discourse analysis Packs examples into every chapter to help explain complex concepts Uses exercises and activities to reinforce what you've learned Leads you through the practicalities of designing your own project Exceptionally clear, and perfect for undergraduates starting a project, this is the essential guide to spoken discourse.
War And The Media: Reporting Conflict 24/7 (PDF)
by Daya K Thussu`No book is more timely than this collection, which analyses brilliantly the Western media's relentless absorption into the designs of dominant, rapacious power' - John Pilger.
Multimodality: Exploring Contemporary Methods of Communication (PDF)
by Gunther R. KressThe 21st century is awash with ever more mixed and remixed images, writing, layout, sound, gesture, speech, and 3D objects.nbsp;Multimodality looks beyond language and examines these multiple modes of communication and meaning making.
Analysing Qualitative Data in Psychology (PDF)
by Evanthia LyonsAnalysing Qualitative Data in Psychology equips students and researchers in psychology and the social sciences to carry out qualitative data analysis, focusing on four major methods (grounded theory, interpretative phenomenological analysis, discourse analysis and narrative analysis). Assuming no prior knowledge of qualitative research, chapters on the nature, assumptions and practicalities of each method are written by acknowledged experts. To help students and researchers make informed methodological choices about their own research the book addresses data collection and the writing up of research using each method, while providing a sustained comparison of the four methods, backed up with authoritative analyses using the different methods.
Media, Culture and Society: an Introduction (PDF)
by Paul Hodkinson'In his beautifully balanced, clear and broad-ranging account of a fast-changing field, Paul Hodkinson has successfully brought together myriad perspectives with which to critically analyse today's media culture and media society' - Sonia Livingstone, Professor of Media amp; communication, LSE.
Media Organisation and Production (PDF)
by Simon CottleDrawing on the work of international contributors Media Organization and Production examines a wide range of global-local media organizations and the production of different mediums and genres.
Journalism: Principles and Practice
by Tony HarcupA holistic assessment of what journalism is all about, with plenty of enterprising interpretations of our trade - a word I prefer to 'profession'. I never met a more 'unprofessional' breed than that of my fellow hacks. This book will, I hope, lead our successors both to question and rebel more than we have. - Jon Snow, Channel 4 News Stands out in a crowded field. The Guardian The bible of professional education in journalism... Every student of journalism should buy a copy. - THE (Times Higher Education) This is the indispensable guide to the theory and practice of journalism, now updated with 25% entirely new material. With its innovative text design, it creatively combines the experience and advice of practising journalists with the theories and insights from the academic study of journalism.
Key Concepts In Radio Studies (PDF)
by Hugh Chignell'This innovative and clearly written handbook does exactly what it claims on the cover, providing students with accessible and authoritative knowledge of the essential topics in Radio Studies. Chignell writes about radio with an engaging mixture of scholarly detachment and private passion' - The Radio Journal.
Journalism Studies: Key Texts, Alternative Journalism (PDF)
by Chris Atton James HamiltonAlternative Journalism is the first book to investigate and analyse the diverse forms and genres of journalism that have arisen as challenges to mainstream news coverage. From the radical content of emancipatory media to the dizzying range of citizen journalist blogs and fanzine subcultures, this book charts the historical and cultural practices of this diverse and globalized phenomenon. This exploration goes to the heart of journalism itself, prompting a critical inquiry into the epistemology of news, the professional norms of objectivity, the elite basis of journalism and the hierarchical commerce of news production. In investigating the challenges to media power presented by alternative journalism, this book addresses not just the issues of politics and empowerment but also the journalism of popular culture and the everyday. The result is essential reading for students of journalism - both mainstream and alternative.
Journalism: Principles and Practice (PDF)
by Tony HarcupA holistic assessment of what journalism is all about, with plenty of enterprising interpretations of our trade - a word I prefer to 'profession'. I never met a more 'unprofessional' breed than that of my fellow hacks. This book will, I hope, lead our successors both to question and rebel more than we have. - Jon Snow, Channel 4 News Stands out in a crowded field. The Guardian The bible of professional education in journalism... Every student of journalism should buy a copy. - THE (Times Higher Education) This is the indispensable guide to the theory and practice of journalism, now updated with 25% entirely new material. With its innovative text design, it creatively combines the experience and advice of practising journalists with the theories and insights from the academic study of journalism.
How Hollywood Works (PDF)
by Janet WaskoThis is a book about the US motion picture industry - its structure and policies, its operations and practices. It looks at the processes that are involved in turning raw materials and labor into feature films. It describes the process of film production, distribution, exhibition and retail - a process that involves different markets where materials, labor and products are bought and sold. In other words, this is a book about how Hollywood works - as an industry. How Hollywood Works: - offers an up-to-date survey of the policies and structure of the US film industry.
Cross-Cultural Management in Work Organisations
by Ray FrenchCross-Cultural Management is the essential introduction to cross-cultural social relations in the work setting. Alternate ISBNS 9781843981497 9781843982432
AQA German AS Grammar Workbook (PDF)
by David RiddellNew to accompany our AQA AS German course, these workbooks provide detailed, step-by-step grammar support for independent work. Varied activities track Student Book grammar coverage, while transition and exam-style practice sections provide further reinforcement. Separate book is available for A2.
Tricolore Total 4: Student Book (PDF)
by Mascie-Taylor, Heather|Honnor, Sylvia|Spencer, MichaelThe fourth stage in the new edition of this tried and trusted course has been updated to meet the requirements of the new GCSE specifications, providing a range of blended resources to help support and develop independent learning and creativity.
Tricolore Total 2: Student Book (PDF)
by Honnor, Sylvia|Mascie-Taylor, Heather|Spencer, MichaelThe second stage in the new edition of this tried and trusted course has been updated to meet the requirements of the Key Stage 3 curriculum, providing a range of blended resources to help support and develop independent learning and creativity.