| New Media and Transformation of Social Life in China Contributor(s): Wu, Xinxun (Editor), Zheng, Han (Editor), Wu, Xiaokun (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9352803515 ISBN-13: 9789352803514 Publisher: Sage Publications Pvt. Ltd OUR PRICE: $56.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2018 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Communication Studies - Social Science | Media Studies |
| Dewey: 302.230 |
| LCCN: 2017046969 |
| Series: Sage China Studies |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5.6" W x 8.4" (0.60 lbs) 256 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The field of media and communication has expanded substantially in China over the last few decades. New Media and the Transformations of Social Life in China covers in detail the main aspects related to media in China, including new media technologies, social networks, media convergence, smart cities, digital media, information and communication technology (ICT), and risk society. A major strength of this book is its coverage of the role of ICT for social participation in urban policy and management areas, which include e-governance, social security, and decision support systems. The book also addresses issues such as the financial crisis, the global energy crisis, and environmental pollution. |
Contributor Bio(s): Wu, Xiaokun: - Xiaokun WU, PhD, is Professor at South China University of Technology. She has worked as the lead researcher in three research projects, both at national and provincial levels, and has published three books (including one translation) and over 30 academic papers. Her research has won several provincial-level awards in the social sciences. As a young scholar, she was invited to give a lecture at Jonkoping University in Sweden (August-September 2015). She was also a visiting scholar at Missouri Journalism School (2014-2015) and Hong Kong Baptist University (2009 and 2016). Her research fields are online contentious politics and public expression.Wu, Xinxun: - Xinxun WU, PhD, is Professor and Head of the Media Industry Institute at Shanghai University. He has been granted the status of expert receiver of "Special Government Allowance" by the State Council. He has been awarded as one of the "Top 10 Excellent Theoretical Contributors in China." Professor Wu also serves as the Vice Chairman and the Executive Secretary in China's Media Economy and Management Committee. He has published over 30 books and over 100 academic papers.Zheng, Han: - Han ZHENG, PhD, is Professor and Head of Journalism & Communication Program, Shanghai University and a member of the editorial board of the Journal of Shanghai University. He is also a member of the Second Committee of the National Guidance Commission for Postgraduate Education in the Discipline of Journalism and Communication. Prof. Zheng is a Ministry of Education Correspondence Reviewer, a Think Tank Expert for the Shanghai Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio and Television, and an Evaluation Expert for the Shanghai Cultural Development Fund. |