Aims and Scope

Journal of Media Research and Communication Studies is a triannual, peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and critical inquiry in the interdisciplinary domain of media and communication. The journal seeks to provide a platform for scholarly discourse that addresses the dynamic and evolving nature of media in contemporary society, combining theoretical, empirical, and methodological approaches.

Aims

1. To foster critical debates on the role of media and communication in cultural, social, political, and economic contexts
2. To explore emerging trends in media technologies, platforms, and practices, emphasizing their implications for society.
3. To encourage interdisciplinary research by bridging media studies with allied fields such as sociology, political science, psychology, cultural studies, and technology studies.
4. To serve as a repository for innovative ideas, case studies, and empirical research that inform future studies in media and communication

Scope

The journal welcomes contributions on the following subthemes and related topics:

• Media, Culture, and Society,
• Media representations of identity, gender, ethnicity, and class.
• The impact of media on cultural production and consumption.
• The role of media in shaping public opinion and civic engagement
• Digital Media and Technology,
• Social media dynamics and their influence on communication practices.
• The implications of artificial intelligence and big data on media systems.
• Digital storytelling and interactive media innovations
• Media Policy and Ethics,
• Regulation, censorship, and media governance in global and local contexts.
• Ethical dilemmas in journalism and content creation
• Issues of media ownership, monopolies, and their societal effects.
• Communication in the Public Sphere,
• Political communication, propaganda, and media framing
• The role of the media in shaping collective memory and narratives
• The role of the media in shaping collective memory and narratives
• Audience Studies,
• Reception and interpretation of media messages across demographics
• Participatory cultures and user-generated content
• Media literacy and education in the digital age.
• Media History and Evolution,
• Historical developments in media technologies and institutions..
• Comparative studies of media systems across different eras and regions.
• Archival research and preservation of media artifacts.
• Global Media and Communication,
• Transnational media flows and cultural exchange.
• Globalization and its impact on local media industries
• Media's role in international relations and diplomacy.

The Journal of Media Research and Communication Studies invites original research articles, reviews, case studies, and theoretical essays from scholars, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide, contributing to a nuanced understanding of media and communication in a rapidly changing world

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