In writing the second edition of Introduction to Mass Communication, we continue the main thrust found in the first edition. We have attempted to analyze the mass communication empires on their own terms, to recognize them for what they are--large, sometimes monolithic industries established to earn a profit as well as to serve the interests of their customers. The media are studied here within the broad contexts in which they operate. Technological, economic, political, philosophical, and sociological factors are considered throughout.

This textbook offers an introduction to mass communication. It includes an examination of the difficulties and progress of minorities and women in the mass media industry, and material covering the economic, cultural and political barriers to the free flow of information and ideas worldwide.

Consistently praised for its engaging writing style, currency, and visual appeal, MEDIA/IMPACT focuses students on today's world of digital mass media industries and support businesses as well as the legal, ethical, social, global, and technological issues these businesses face every day. Emphasizing the impact of the media on individuals and in today's society, Biagi grounds her discussion in the business aspects of all the mass media industries, with concise histories of each industry before giving students an insider's look at what it's like to work in each business. The 10th edition of this bestseller covers all aspects of the latest communications technology and their impact on society.Included in the 10th Edition are the most current statistics about all the media industries; detailed, illustrated TimeFrames for each industry; and more than 30 new Media/Impact boxed features featuring coverage of the latest media trends and issues. These Media/Impact boxes cover media money, audience, culture, ethics and people as well as the global reach of the mass media business from sources, including "The New York Times", "Washington Post", "Los Angeles Times", "Bloomberg", "Advertising Age", "The Wall Street Journal", and "The New Yorker".

Media Todayputs students at the center of the profound changes in the twenty-first century media world - from digital convergence to media ownership - and gives them the skills to think critically about what these changes mean for the role of media in their lives. Media Today, Fourth Edition is built around four key concepts: A media systems approach allows students to understand the interconnected cultural, political, and economic forces that shape media they encounter every day. Unique insights into media trendsgive students an insider's perspective on how media industries are responding to changes from globalization to social networking. Focus on digital convergence shows in each chapter how digital media is transforming traditional mass media such as newspapers, magazines, and television. A media literacy goalencourages and builds critical skills to make students more informed and engaged citizens in our media-driven society. Completely revised with updated examples, new case studies, and new online video resources, the 4th edition of Media Today connects the latest trends, debates, and technologies to the history of media, highlighting the impact and meaning of today's changes to the media landscape, especially how traditional industries have blurred together with digital convergence. Additional learning resources including a new set of online video resources, interactive quizzes, study resources, and instructor guides are available on the free companion website at: www.routledge.com/textbooks/mediatoday4e.

Mass Communications and Media Studies: An Introduction, 2nd edition is a comprehensive yet concise survey of the history of mass communication media, discussing the current state of each medium, and anticipating the future of mass media. Divided into twelve chapters, it can be used in either 16-week semesters or 12-week terms. 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. He begins each chapter with a list of the current issues and trends concerning the chapter's topic, followed by a brief history of that topic, its current state, predictions for the future, an assessment of career opportunities, and discussion questions for critical thinking. More than just updating statistical data, the 2nd edition weaves in discussions of relevant contemporary issues, including crowdsourcing, going 'viral', interactive advertising, tv industry consolidation, 'the internet of things', conflicting ideas of net neutrality and their continuing implications in a more-connected world.