Media Ethics: Cases and Moral Reasoning (12th Edition) challenges readers to think analytically and critically about the complex ethical situations found in today’s mediated communication. Through a combination of original case studies and analyses of real-life media experiences, this textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the theoretical principles of ethical philosophies, fostering a deeper awareness and critical reflection of modern ethical issues.
In each chapter, the authors examine diverse case studies spanning multiple continents and various geopolitical and cultural contexts. To facilitate structured analysis, the book utilizes the Potter Box, a powerful and systematic tool for moral reasoning. This new twelfth edition has been updated to include the most prominent concerns currently facing practitioners in journalism, broadcasting, advertising, public relations, and entertainment. Key new topics include the implementation of ChatGPT and generative AI in newsrooms, the privacy implications of biometric technologies, the role of public relations in political campaigns, and the ethics of sustainability and climate change in advertising.
Ideal for students and professionals in media and communication ethics, this core textbook serves as an essential guide for navigating the evolving landscape of journalism, public relations, and popular culture.
Book Specifications
- Title: Media Ethics: Cases and Moral Reasoning
- Author: Clifford G. Christians
- Edition: 12th
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1032391391
- ISBN-13: 978-1032391397
- Publication Date: June 26, 2024