Converging Media: A New Introduction to Mass Communication

THE REVISED AND UPDATED THIRD EDITION:

-Divides the previous chapter on Media Literacy and Ethics into two stand-alone chapters that expand the discussions of each of these topics

-Reflects the central role that social networks are taking in the media world, with a new boxed feature, "Media Pioneers," that offers a glimpse into the lives of technological innovators via mini-biographies

-Updates chapters 3, 4, and 5 to mirror the digital revolution that has swept through media industries

-Extensively updates Parts 4 and 5 to include a chapter on Media Ethics and offer reflections on news, entertainment, and the impact of media on society