The Communication Manifesto is an essential read for scholars, students, and practitioners in the field of communication studies. In this groundbreaking book, Silvio Waisbord offers a challenging exploration of public scholarship in communication, aiming to enhance understanding of how communication can address the pressing issues of our time. This thought-provoking manifesto emphasizes the necessity of clear, evidence-based communication in navigating contemporary societal challenges. Waisbord effectively argues for the importance of scholars engaging as public citizens, illustrating the ways in which they can serve as practitioners, experts, advocates, and critics. His insights shed light on the crucial contributions of communication studies to the common good, advocating for greater recognition and support for these efforts. As a roadmap for action, The Communication Manifesto inspires future communication scholars to integrate their academic pursuits with social justice, solidarity, and humanity. Whether you are involved in public education, community advocacy, or research, this book will galvanize your commitment to transformative communication practices. Start your journey towards meaningful contribution today!

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Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509532209
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)


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Contemporary societies demand clear-minded, evidence-based ideas to address complex social issues. Communication scholarship has a rich trove of knowledge and experiences to help address such problems. In this passionately argued manifesto, Silvio Waisbord examines public scholarship in communication studies and its potential for contributing to the common good. He discusses the various ways scholars seek to serve the public as practitioners, experts, advocates, activists and critics, and underscores their significant contribution which has not, to date, been properly supported or recognized. Only by tackling academic institutional politics, he argues, will it be possible to strengthen public scholarship as central to the mission of communication studies. The Communication Manifesto is a roadmap to action and will inspire communication scholars and students to be public citizens, thereby connecting their work and expertise to the causes of solidarity, humanity and social justice.