ABSTRACT

Television Studies: The Basics is a lively introduction to the study of a powerful medium. It examines the major theories and debates surrounding production and reception over the years and considers both the role and future of television.

Topics covered include:

  • broadcasting history and technology
  • institutions and ownership
  • genre and content
  • audiences

Complete with global case studies, questions for discussion, and suggestions for further reading, this is an invaluable and engaging resource for those interested in how to study television.

chapter |30 pages

Television Institutions

chapter |30 pages

Content

chapter |35 pages

Audiences

chapter |30 pages

How to do TV Studies 3.0

chapter |15 pages

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