Communication research into the digital society : Fundamental insights from the Amsterdam School of Communication Research
- Author
- Theo Araujo, Peter Neijens
- Publication Year
- 2024
- Publisher
- Amsterdam University Press
- Language
- English
- Document Type
- Book
- Faculty / Subject Heading
- Computer Science
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Media and communication have become ubiquitous in today’s societies andaffect all aspects of life. On an individual level, they impact how we learnabout the world, how we entertain ourselves, and how we interact withothers. On an organisational level, the interactions between media andorganisations, such as political parties, NGOs, businesses and brands, shapeorganisations’ reputation, legitimacy, trust and (financial) performance, aswell as individuals’ consumer, political, social and health behaviours. Atthe societal level, media and communication are crucial for shaping publicopinion on current issues such as climate change, sustainability, diversity,and well-being.
Keywords: Multimedia / Communication studies / Contemporary Society / Digital and social media / Digital media / Educational: media studies / Film, media, and communication / Media studies / Iinternet / New communicators / Media technology Media landscape for society / Telecommunications
