Abstract
This unique handbook is an invaluable resource for researchers wishing to analyze communication or media texts. Starting from social semiotics that examines meaning-making in social contexts, this book offers in ten chapters a structured approach to applying several qualitative methods of analysis.Each chapter contains: an overview treatment of a specific analysis, with clear conceptual definitions; sample studies and data in boxed text, figures and tables, to illustrate method applications; a concise discussion of the method and steps; a reading list for further exploration.
Embracing a variety of analytical methods, from text analysis to discourse and network analysis, this handbook offers a wealth of practically applicable insights. Whether you are an experienced researcher or just starting out, this book will guide and inspire you every step of your analysis.
Embracing a variety of analytical methods, from text analysis to discourse and network analysis, this handbook offers a wealth of practically applicable insights. Whether you are an experienced researcher or just starting out, this book will guide and inspire you every step of your analysis.
Translated title of the contribution | Analysis of media texts and mediated communication : Theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches |
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Original language | Dutch |
Publisher | ASP / VUBPRESS |
Number of pages | 252 |
ISBN (Print) | 9789461175243 |
Publication status | Published - 6 Oct 2023 |
Keywords
- Textual analysis
- Content Analysis
- Media
- Communication
- Interaction
- Methods