International Association for Media and Communication Research
Asociación Internacional de Estudios en Comunicación Social
Association Internationale des Études et Recherches sur l'Information et la Communication
   
IAMCR is the worldwide professional organisation in the field of media and communication research. Its members promote global inclusiveness and excellence within the best traditions of critical research in the field. 
 
Patronizing the Public:

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American philanthropy's transformation of culture, communication, and the humanities
William J. Buxton (ed.)

This book is the first detailed and comprehensive examination of how American philanthropic foundations have shaped numerous fields, including dance, drama, education, film, film-music, folklore, journalism, local history, museums, radio, television, as well as the performing arts and the humanities in general.

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Youth Engaging With the World

youth_engaging_with_the_worldMedia, Communication and Social Change
Thomas Tufte, Florencia Enghel (eds.)

The Yearbook 2009 focuses on youth as a generation of actors and citizens who are increasingly exposed to and making use of media/ICT for entertainment and informational purposes, for social networking and mobilization, and for knowledge sharing.

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Emerging Scholars Network Mentorship Program

telemachus_mentorAre you interested in mentoring emerging scholars within IAMCR?

Do you have 30 minutes to spare at IAMCR conferences? Could you respond to a handful of emails throughout the year?

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Kids online

kids_on_lineOpportunities and risks for children
Sonia Livingstone, Leslie Haddon (eds.)

As the internet and new online technologies are becoming embedded in everyday life, there are increasing questions about their social implications and consequences. Children, young people and their families tend to be at the forefront of new media adoption but they also encounter a range of risky or negative experiences for which they may be unprepared, which are subject to continual change.

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