
This indispensable textbook provides student researchers with extensive guidance & methods from across the social sciences & humanities showing them how to make informed choices & consider the many alternatives available throughout the research process Unique in approach the text focus on how to do media research across three key strands
- audiences institutions & texts -and critically assesses a wide range of methods addressing why they are appropriate or useful in certain scenarios Written by two experts with a wealth of experience between them in teaching research methods & skills this excellent resource explains complex methods in a clear & accessible way offering practical guidance on how to use different methodologies while situating the methods in the context of critical evaluations of previously published research Providing a complete overview of media research methods while encouraging students to develop their own intellectual frameworks this book is invaluable for undergraduates postgraduates novice & more experienced researchers of media communication & journalism