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Journal of Media Reflections and Communication Studies

Aims and Scope

The Journal of Media Reflections and Communication Studies is a biannual, peer‑reviewed academic journal devoted to advancing critical scholarship in the interdisciplinary domain of media and communication. The journal seeks to foster reflective inquiry into the rapidly transforming landscape of media, emphasizing theoretical innovation, methodological diversity, and empirical depth.

Aims

  1. To promote critical debate on the role of media and communication in shaping cultural, social, political, and economic realities.
  2. To explore emerging trends in media technologies, platforms, and practices, highlighting their implications for individuals and societies.
  3. To encourage interdisciplinary research that bridges media studies with allied fields such as sociology, political science, psychology, cultural studies, and technology studies.
  4. To serve as a repository of innovative ideas, case studies, and evidence‑based research that inform future directions in media and communication scholarship.

      5. Scope

      The journal welcomes original research articles, theoretical essays, case studies, and reviews on the following thematic areas and related topics:

      • Media, Culture, and Society
        • Media representations of identity, gender, ethnicity, and class.
        • The impact of media on cultural production and consumption.
        • Media influence on public opinion, civic participation, and collective consciousness.
      • Digital Media and Technology
        • Social media dynamics and digitally mediated communication.
        • Artificial intelligence, algorithms, and big data in media systems.
        • Innovations in digital storytelling, interactive narratives, and transmedia experiences.
      • Media Policy and Ethics
        • Media regulation, censorship, and governance in global and national contexts.
        • Ethical challenges in journalism, production, and content creation.
        • Media ownership, monopolies, and their societal implications.
      • Communication in the Public Sphere
        • Political communication, propaganda, and media framing.
        • Media’s role in shaping collective memory, identity, and national discourse.
      • Audience Studies
        • Reception, interpretation, and negotiation of media messages across demographics.
        • Participatory culture, fan communities, and user‑generated content.
        • Media literacy and education in the digital age.
      • Media History and Evolution
        • Historical developments in media institutions and technologies.
        • Comparative analyses of media systems across eras and regions.
        • Archival approaches and preservation of media heritage.
      • Global Media and Communication
        • Transnational media flows, cultural exchange, and hybridization.
        • Globalization and its impact on local and regional media industries.
        • Media diplomacy, international communication, and global public spheres.

          The Journal of Media Reflections and Communication Studies invites contributions from scholars, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide, aiming to deepen understanding of media’s multifaceted influence in a rapidly changing world.