The Palgrave Handbook of Methods for Media Policy Research (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783030160647)

The Palgrave Handbook of Methods for Media Policy Research covers the craft that is and the methods used in media and communication policy research. It discusses the steps involved in conducting research, from deciding on a topic, to writing a report and everything in between and, furthermore, deals with a wide variety of qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis. The handbook invites researchers to rediscover trusted methods such as document analysis, elite interviews and comparisons, as well as to familiarize themselves with newer methods like experiments, big data and network analysis.

For each method, the handbook provides a practical step-by-step guide and case studies that help readers in using that method in their own research. The methods discussed are useful for all areas of media and communication policy research, for research concerning the governance of both mass media and online platforms, and for policy issues around the globe. Assuch, the handbook is an invaluable guide to every researcher in this field.

Author: Hilde Van Den Bulck
ISBN-10: 3030160645
ISBN-13: 9783030160647
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Language: English
Published: 08/28/2019
Pages: 681
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.56lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.50d