David Horner
Understanding Media Ethics
- ISBN 13:
- 9781849207881
- author:
- David Horner
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sage Publications Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 1.6 x 24.2 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Communication Studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Understanding Media Ethics by David Horner provides essential guidance for navigating complex media ethics in today's digital society. This book explores key topics such as media freedoms, censorship, privacy, and standards, helping students to apply ethical concepts and guidelines to their own practice. Through case studies, judgement call boxes, and further reading, Understanding Media Ethics clarifies the moral concepts in media contexts, enabling students to make informed decisions about how to gather, evaluate, and publish information. With a focus on practical decision-making through real-life examples, this book is an invaluable resource for those studying journalism, media, communication, and public relations. By examining the intersection of general public values and media professional standards, Understanding Media Ethics offers a comprehensive approach to understanding media ethics in action.