Channel View Publications Ltd - Social Media And Minority Languages Convergence And The Creative Industries - Hardcover

Binding: Hardcover
Description: As a field in its own right Minority Language Media studies is developing fast. The recent technological and social developments that have accelerated media convergence and opened new ways of access and exchange into spaces formerly controlled by media institutions offer new opportunities challenges and dangers to minority languages and especially to their already established media institutions. This book includes debates on what convergence and participation actually mean a series of case studies of specific social media developments in minority language as well as comparative studies on how the cultural industries have engaged with the new possibilities brought about by media convergence. Finally the book also offers a historical review of the development of Minority Language Media worldwide and evidences the areas in which more extensive research is required.
Title: Social Media And Minority Languages Convergence And The Creative Industries
Brand: Channel View Publications Ltd
Barcode: 9781847699046
Pages: 296 Pages
Publication Date: 2/22/2013
Series: Multilingual Matters
Category: Internet & Www Industries