This groundbreaking handbook provides a comprehensive picture of the ethical dimensions of communication in a global setting. Both theoretical and practical, this important volume will raise the ethical bar for both scholars and practitioners in the world of global communication and media.
Selected by Choice as an Outstanding Academic Title for 2011
Brings together leading international scholars to consider ethical issues raised by globalization, the practice of journalism, popular culture, and media activities
Examines important themes in communication ethics,...
This groundbreaking handbook provides a comprehensive picture of the ethical dimensions of communication in a global setting. Both theoretical and pra...
The authors in this book provide share three convictions. First, whatever religious or humanistic foundation we start from, the end result of our communicative efforts should reflect a genuine love for humankind. Second, all human beings, and the social and cultural creations of their hands, reflect values for both good and ill. Those reflecting the best must be encouraged and legitimised, while those that reflect the unfortunate tendencies of people to castigate and condemn the other must be discouraged. And this, communication and culture in all their manifestations are critical in this...
The authors in this book provide share three convictions. First, whatever religious or humanistic foundation we start from, the end result of our comm...