MEDIA NOW: Understanding Media, Culture, and Technology - Softcover

"The thing that Straubhaar seems to do better than most is be "today." It is very strong on current issues with up-to-date examples in each media form." "The Straubhaar text is a well-written and comprehensive look at media, culture and technology that affect mass communications consumers and the practice of journalism. The fresh mix of explanations, references and illustrative graphics sets it apart from other books covering a similar range of topics, and gives students relevant food for thought toward sharpening their media literacy or considering communications careers."

Providing a thorough explanation of how media technologies develop, operate, converge, and affect society, MEDIA NOW: UNDERSTANDING MEDIA, CULTURE, AND TECHNOLOGY, 9e empowers you to think critically about the media and its effects on culture. It provides a comprehensive introduction to today's global media environment and the ongoing developments in technology, culture, and critical theory that continue to transform this rapidly evolving industry-and affect your everyday life. With its cutting-edge coverage of the essential history, theories, concepts, and technical knowledge, MEDIA NOW helps you sharpen your media literacy skills-preparing you for work in the expanding fields of the Internet, interactive media, and traditional media industries. It includes the latest developments and trends in social media, e-publishing, policy changes for Internet governance, online privacy protection, online ad exchanges, the changing video game industry, and much more.