A Dictionary of Journalism is an accessible and authoritative
quick reference dictionary. It covers over 1,400 wide-ranging entries on
the terms that are likely to be encountered by students of the subject,
and aims to offer a broad, accessible point of reference on an
ever-topical and constantly-changing field that affects everyone's
knowledge and perception of the world. Assuming little or no
prior knowledge of the subject, it covers terminology relating to the
practice, business, and technology of journalism, as well as its
concepts and theories, organizations and institutions, publications,
and key events. Related topic areas are covered where they impact on or
offer explanations of journalism: for example in law, where legislation
affects journalistic activity; and where sociological studies seek to
aid the understanding of journalism. Appendices include a timeline of
journalistic developments, contextualising the ever-evolving nature of
journalism, as well as an index of significant individuals in the field.
It is an essential companion to all students taking courses in
Journalism and Journalism Studies, as well as related subjects such as
Communications Studies, Media Studies, and Television and Radio
Production.Readership: Journalism and
Journalism Studies students;
students taking journalism as a subsidiary module or taking a related
course; professional journalists; 'citizen' journalists; academics and
researchers.