{"title":"Silvio Waisbord","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilvio Waisbord's works offer insightful explorations into the fields of journalism and communication, blending scholarly rigor with accessible prose. His books, such as \u003cem\u003eAn Introduction to Journalism\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Communication Manifesto\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the evolving dynamics of media, providing readers with thoughtful analysis and contemporary perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for students, educators, and anyone intrigued by the role of communication in society, Waisbord’s writings serve as essential resources within the \u003cstrong\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e category. His clear and engaging approach invites readers to critically examine how information shapes public discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-introduction-to-journalism-by-silvio-waisbord-9781509562725","title":"An Introduction to Journalism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJournalism remains a vital, irreplaceable institution in the public sphere, even though technology, political and economic trends, and globalization continue to impact it in negative ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Introduction to Journalism\u003c\/em\u003e is the new go-to textbook for journalism studies. Organized around three thematic sections – structures, practices, and change and continuity – this textbook covers a broad range of issues central to the study of journalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese include the nature of news as a socio-cultural construct; the impact of social forces (political, economic, technology, cultural) on journalistic practices and news content; the origin and the impact of journalistic norms, values, and ideologies; patterns of news access and consumption; the relation between journalism and public life; and the role of the press in democracy and authoritarianism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaking a global perspective throughout, the textbook is grounded in the conviction that we need to examine developments across countries and regions, and understand how global forces shape news, journalism, and the news industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupported by extensive examples and clear case studies throughout, this accessible textbook, written by a leading scholar in the field, provides a comprehensive and analytical survey of the key themes that shape journalism. It is essential reading for undergraduate students of journalism studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47423780749548,"sku":"9781509562725","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/41JJc7Z-rjL.jpg?v=1774430325"},{"product_id":"the-communication-manifesto-by-silvio-waisbord-9781509532209","title":"The Communication Manifesto","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary societies demand clear-minded, evidence-based ideas to address complex social issues. Communication scholarship has a rich trove of knowledge and experiences to help address such problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this passionately argued manifesto, Silvio Waisbord examines public scholarship in communication studies and its potential for contributing to the common good. He discusses the various ways scholars seek to serve the public as practitioners, experts, advocates, activists and critics, and underscores their significant contribution which has not, to date, been properly supported or recognised. Only by tackling academic institutional politics, he argues, will it be possible to strengthen public scholarship as central to the mission of communication studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Communication Manifesto\u003c\/em\u003e is a roadmap to action and will inspire communication scholars and students to be public citizens, thereby connecting their work and expertise to the causes of solidarity, humanity and social justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432845230316,"sku":"9781509532209","price":23.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781509532209.jpg?v=1774766305"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/silvio-waisbord.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}