| Papers [1-15] of 100 :: [Page 1 of 7] | | Go to page : 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 —> | Search results on "INTERNATIONAL MEDIA": |
|
|
International Media Report, 2002.
An serious analysis of international news coverage in the printed press, focusing on business and economic issues.
2,236 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 69.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper examines the relationships between major news sources around the world comparing international coverage of major news events to that of North American coverage. The paper compares news reports from many different newspapers from all over the world, including South Africa, Australia, Israel, Canada. The writer points out the differences between the various international news reports on the same topics.
From the Paper
"The business and economical news from six major news sources have been carefully observed over the past six weeks. When discussing the economic or business news, world trade or welfare, the various media sources examined proved to take a multitude of approaches. Whereas most sources do indeed have separate sections entitled Business or Economy, which made for relatively easy comparisons, their focuses are truly unique. My findings include sources such as The Sunday Times (of South Africa), that focus on mainly local business happenings. On the rather surprising flipside, some sources were internationally influenced, such as The Sydney Morning Herald (of Australia), which seemingly minimized local issues in order to report on the significance of American business news. Upon saying this, in the international or ?non-North American? sources observed, the Canadian business news was not only overshadowed by that of current U.S. economic updates, but downright ignored."
| |
|
International Migration and the Mass Media, 2002.
A literature review on the media's representation of international migration.
1,525 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 57.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper will examine the media's depiction/construction of international migration (specifically the several ships of migrants from the Fujian province in China to the shores of British Columbia) chronologically in five articles from September to November 1999. The common theme in all of the articles is the "criminality" of migration.
| |
|
The Virginia Tech Shootings Media, 2008.
A content analysis that compares national versus international media coverage of the Virginia Tech shootings.
1,770 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that the hypothesis being tested in the paper is whether national coverage of the Virginia Tech shootings differed in the practices of journalism ethics when compared to international media coverage. The author describes the use of a statistical modeling analysis called content analysis to identify trends. The paper concludes that, from the content analysis of articles and media presentations on the Virginia Tech Shootings, the national coverage seemed to violate most of the journalism ethics principles; whereas, the international media was more consistent with ethical principles across the content. The paper concludes the content analysis is an appropriate method to analyze this case.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Using Content Analysis to Identify Trends
Journalism Ethics
Validity and Robustness of the Model - Is content analysis a suitable methodology for analyzing the VIRGINA TECH media coverage?
From the Paper
"This is a social issue and has an audience across a wide cross-section of society. The general attitudes towards the Virginia Tech shootings differed across the world, since many argue that the focus on the national news was on the perpetrator Seung-Hui Cho and his personal responsibility for the massacre as an individual with a psychological disorder. However, the international media more so focused on the United States gun laws and how easy it was for a mentally unstable citizen to access weapons that later laid to the death of thirty-two individuals at the University campus."
| |
|
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU), 2005.
this paper discusses global media governance through the International Telecommunications Union (ITU).
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 4 sources, $ 26.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that International Telecommunications Union (ITU) is the international agency, currently part of the United Nations but founded long before that institution, which serves as the leading global forum for discussion of issues related to telecommunications technology. The author points out that, to understanding the changes at the ITU, interrelationship of the state, capital and civil society must be explored. This paper indicates that the governance of this international institution has long been dominated by state actors, with capital playing a secondary role and civil society relegated to a supporting role.
From the Paper
"The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) is the international agency, currently part of the United Nations but founded long before that institution, that serves as the leading global forum for discussion of issues related to telecommunications technology. In understanding the changes that have taken place, and are currently underway at the ITU, we must understand the interrelationship of actors from the three primary categories: state, capital and civil society. As this essay shows, the governance of this international institution has long been dominated by state actors, with capital playing a secondary role and civil society relegated to a supporting role."
| |
|
The Gulf War as a Turning Point in International Relations., 2002.
Looks at the reasons behind the US decision to enter the Gulf War and the degree to which pluralism and globalism contributed to that decision.
3,900 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 11 sources, $ 142.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The primary question that this paper will address is 'why did the US go to war against Iraq?'. As will be shown, different perspectives offer clearly different answers. In the final analysis, consistent with tradition, realism seems to hold the most solid answer. However, unlike previous instances of armed aggression, pluralism and globalism played surprisingly important roles. In particular, the international media contributed significantly to the outcome of the war. Given this finding, the secondary question that will be approached is whether or not we can expect pluralism and globalism to play more important roles in international relations in the future.
| |
|
The Goals of Oxfam International, 2006.
This paper examines the goals and accomplishments of Oxfam International, an independent non-government organization, dedicated to fighting poverty and related injustices around the world.
1,630 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper details the history and organizational structure of Oxfam International, founded in 1995 by a group of independent non-government organizations that banded together to achieve a greater impact in reducing poverty through their collective efforts. This paper delves into Oxfam's rebuilding efforts in Asia, after the 2005 tsunami disaster, in which the organization raised over $200 million, to provide long term relief to the affected countries. This paper details the efforts and accomplishments of Oxfam International in Nigeria, where the organization has made tremendous progress in the region, fighting slavery and discrimination. This paper discusses Oxfam's work in war-torn Sudan, where they have been helping more than 700,000 individuals in Darfur and Chad. This paper examines Oxfam's Make Trade Fair project, which calls on governments, institutions and multinational companies around the world to come together and form new trade practices, in order to combat global poverty. This paper also details the four main goals of non-governmental organizations, such as Oxfam, which include, setting agendas and negotiating outcomes, by means of research and lobbying in humanitarian and emergency situations.
Table of Contents:
Mission Statement
Organizational Structure
Recent Projects
Rebuilding After the Tsunami
Fighting Slavery and Discrimination in Nigeria
Sudan Crisis
Make Trade Fair
Four Roles of NGOs
Media Reports
Analysis
From the Paper
"Since the massive earthquake and tsunami disaster in Asia, Oxfam's humanitarian and reconstruction efforts through its 12 Oxfams around the world jointly raised approximately $200 million and now put to use in providing mid-and long-term relief in the affected countries and in helping the people is these countries rebuild their lives. The funding is to provide immediate water and sanitation, food and shelter in those regions affected by the tsunami. Oxfam continues to build temporary shelters, install water tanks, and provide emergency supplies like hygiene kits. Oxfam does this in collaboration with the governments of those countries, other non-governmental organizations and partners."
| |
|
The Mass-Media Pygmalion, 2006.
This paper studies the complex relationship between consumers and the mass media. Do we create the media, or does the media create us?
1,208 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
The author studies the give and take relationship between the media and our society to determine which is the cause and which is the effect. The author continues by showing a connection between the main icons of Western culture and the effects of the media. The fast food industry is highlighted and the author shows the great effects it has had on our trends and ideals, with conformity a notable outcome. After studying the diverse effects of our fast food culture today, the author concludes that only a corrupt society can allow the mass media such power.
From the Paper
"In the Classical Greco-Roman era, it was believed that Pygmalion, a sculptor, brought Galatea to life. However, today it seems to be a more common belief that Galatea creates Pygmalion. The question of whether members of our society create the media, or if the media influences members of the society to such a degree that it essentially creates the society, is a prominent one in the study of modern anthropology. Pop culture artifacts reveal a great deal about the modern society, including social trends, values, ideals, and more. The relationship between consumers and the mass media is a complex one that may not be simple enough to evaluate as a directional give-and-take diagram. There are many issues relating to social responsibility and the often clashing pursuits of individual wealth and greater good that come to play when discussing popular media, culture, and society."
| |
|
Eating Disorders and the Media, 2006.
This paper analyzes the dominant role of the media on women and eating disorders.
1,991 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This well-researched paper examines the views and opinions of cultivation theorists who maintain that the media, both electronic and print, tends to clouds one's judgment of reality. The writer of this paper focuses on the contribution of the media to the culture of thinness and perfection and the increasing cases of eating disorders in young women. This paper examines the published research, which indicates that female adolescents are increasingly being subjected to unhealthy body images in print and electronic media. This paper explores the research which proves that internalization of media-promoted images may have an even more pronounced impact on body image. This paper discusses the fact the eating disorders are more prevalent in girls than in boys. The writer contends and explains why young people who are more aware of existing socio-cultural pressures are less affected by media exposure than others.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Method
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
From the Paper
"Research has consistently demonstrated that media images especially TV commercials and magazines play a dominant role in distortion of body image leading to increased cases of eating disorders among women. Kalodner concluded that images of thin models in media generated feelings of anxiety, stress, and dissatisfaction among women but not in men. But different results might be obtained if men were shown images of muscular models instead of thin females since culture of thinness affects women more. Body mass index (BMI) was used in many researches to demonstrate that even those women whose BMI indicate good height-weight proportion also suffered from body image disturbance and developed eating disorder."
| |
|
Chinese Media Industry, 2004.
A comparison of the Western media to the media industry in China.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper documents the shifts and changes that have shaped the media industry as to societal, political, organizational, or national influences in the formation, governance and processes within the media industry in China. Further, the paper focuses on elements, both in the historical sense and that of the present day, and attempts to determine what influences the political economy of the media industry. The paper examines the theories surrounding the political economy of communication and the culture industry in a theoretical framework. The paper explores the theories of political economy in media communications, while contrasting and comparing the Western media industry with that of the media industry in China.
From the Paper
"China entered into the World Trade Organization and gave rise to speculations that the world's largest media market might be much more easily accessible to publishers in the international media industry. The market economy in China is making gains however the media industry including the print remains in the governments hands which results in a product that is "forced-fed to all levels of governments offices, at a cost ultimately assumed by the taxpayers" (China Daily 2003) . In fact estimates for the taxes in China's media market are stated to be "16 to 20 billion a year. " (China Daily, 2003) Government spending pays approximately "6 to 10 billion Yuan" of that amount. (China Daily 2003) The media industry in China is under total government control with a very few foreign investors as well as private investors involved on the retail side of business."
| |
|
Astral Media, 2005.
This paper discusses Astral Media, one of the major media companies in Canada.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, $ 115.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
In this article the writer analyzes the Canadian media company Astral Media. The writer explains that this company is one of the leading media companies in Canada. The writer examines the Astral Media company that owns, among other media properties, television networks and radio stations.
From the Paper
"Astral Media is one of the leading media companies in Canada, and the company reaches the public by means of a combination of highly targeted media properties in specialty, pay and pay-per-view television, radio, and outdoor advertising. Astral Media is currently the largest operator of English and French-language specialty, pay, and pay-per-view television services. The company owns nineteen network licenses, entirely or in a partnership. The company and its television networks also stand as the largest private sector supporter of Canadian feature films. Astral Media also owns 24 radio stations, including 16 French-language FM stations in Quebec.
| |
|
War Coverage, Media Obsession, 2004.
A comparison of traditional media coverage and new media coverage.
1,532 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper compares traditional media to new media in an attempt to determine which one is more influential and how they differ in their stories and presentation methods.
From the Paper
"Media is always biased, less trained, unprepared, and hasty or simply looking for sensationalism and that is the reason why the news that we receive is either insignificant or highly distorted. Apart from the reporting of various events during the recent Iraq War, which I trust were never reported accurately, the media also tried to divert public?s attention from pressing issues to those of minor significance by obsessing over trivial events. That media cannot be fully trusted for accurate account of events became a big issue when the story of Private Jessica Lynch came forth. Newspapers, televisions, local channels, radio stations and even the Internet obsessed over Jessica Lynch and her rescue from Iraqi forces. Almost overnight, she became the most important person in the world- an icon that everyone wanted to know more about. Lynch was presented as an epitome of courage and bravery and it appeared as if the only real purpose of having US force in Iraq was to rescue Jessica Lynch. ?In the fourteen days after her rescue, Lynch drew 919 references in major papers, according to a Nexis search. In that same period, General Tommy Franks, who ran the war, got 639 references, Vice President Dick Cheney 549, Deputy Defense Secretary Paul Wolfowitz 389. She stood with the giants.? (Christopher Hanson, 2003)"
| |
|
Media Policy in South Africa, 2007.
An analysis of media policy in South Africa and a comparison of media performance standards in Britain, Italy and Germany.
3,606 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 100.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that one of the main roles of the press in any democracy is that of a public watchdog that is vigilant over government activities on behalf of the people that government serves. The paper focuses on South Africa as a point of reference and refers to the history of South African policy as well as certain European media policy counterparts, in order to gauge standards of media performance.
Outline:
Introduction
Media and Democracy
Media Policy in South Africa
External Media Policy
Policy Formulation Aspects
Internal Media Policy
Policy Formulation Aspects
The Gate keeping Function
European Media Policy
United Kingdom Media Policy
Italian Media Policy
German Media Policy
South African Media Policy History
Apartheid Era
After Apartheid
Comparison
Conclusion
From the Paper
"One of the main roles that the press plays in any democracy is that of a public watchdog that is vigilant over government activities on behalf of the people that government serves (Krimsky, 2000). The media is a fundamental tool in the decision-making of the democratic government in any country. A democracy requires the people of the state to make choices and decisions on a daily basis. This therefore needs to be aided by a media and media environment that allows for objectivity through its content and the journalists and staff of the forms of media themselves. The media needs to inform, without judging (Krimsky, 2000)."
| |
|
Robert W McChesney's "The Problem of the Media", 2006.
This paper summarizes Robert W McChesney's book "The Problem of the Media" about politics and the media.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 1 source, $ 63.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper explains that Robert W. McChesney's book "The Problem of the Media," deals with inadequate journalism, hyper-commercialism and overwhelming media power in the United States. The author reports that the points out how the various issues in the media problem are inter-connected.
From the Paper
"Robert W McChesney's book "The Problem of the Media" takes an in-depth look at how politics and government policies have shaped the media in the United States and debunks long-standing myths regarding the media. McChesney also addresses ..."
| |
|
The Representation of Women in the Media, 2001.
This paper discusses the way women are viewed in the media and the effect the media has on women's mentality both in current and past periods.
3,791 words (approx. 15.2 pages), 6 sources, $ 104.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
This paper is about representations of women and celebrities in the media and their effects on average American women. Some of the topics discussed in this paper are the media's portrayal of actresses and celebrities and their affects on teenagers and women, the differences and changes in images of celebrities through the past few decades, the ?Culture of slimming? , the objectification and subjectification of women, the psychological, social, physical, and mental effects on the average women, and the power of the entertainment industry.
From the Paper
"Over the past few decades, the so-called ?norm? for a female figure has drastically changed from voluptuous and curvy to waif-like thin. Many female celebrities have been known for their figures. Historically, Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield were two women who each wore a size 12 and were glorified by men all around the world. Today, celebrities from the likes of Jennifer Aniston and Calista Flockhart are admired for their abilities to become and stay so thin, almost appearing sick. As celebrities come and go, women compare themselves to whoever is ?popular? at the time."
| |
|
Women and the Media, 2002.
Examines representations of women in popular media and how the media contributes to the creation of gender identity.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
»
Click here to show/hide summary
Abstract
In this essay, the advertising images of women are evaluated in order to understand how the media portrays women. This essay argues that the gender identity of women is inextricable from the proliferation of multi-media representations of women and that the contradictory messages of advertising produce a conflicted value system for American women.
|
|
|
