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Experience the evolution of modern media with 'The Future of Live', a compelling exploration penned by Karin van Es. Published by John Wiley & Sons in 2016, this essential read delves into the concept of liveness in today’s rapidly changing media landscape. As social media reshapes traditional notions of live broadcasts, this book serves as an invaluable resource for media professionals and enthusiasts alike.
With a focus on the dynamic interplay between media institutions, new technologies, and user engagement, van Es provides a fresh perspective on how liveness has transformed. Through in-depth case studies, including live streaming platforms, online music collaborations, social TV, and social networking sites, readers will gain insights into the conditions that foster liveness in digital contexts. This work not only challenges previous conceptions of liveness but also enriches our understanding of the future of media interactions.
Whether you are studying media theory or looking to grasp the implications of social media's rise, 'The Future of Live' is an impeccably researched book that stands out. Perfect for academics, practitioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and communication, this book will be a strategic addition to your collection of media studies.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. This brand new book is compliant with international ISBN standards (ISBN: 9781509502646) and full of insights, stretching across 180 illuminating pages.
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: 9781509502646
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 180
Description:
Liveness is a persistent and much-debated concept in media studies. Until recently, it was associated primarily with broadcast media, and television in particular. However, the emergence of social media has brought new forms of liveness into effect. These forms challenge common assumptions about and perspectives on liveness, provoking a revisiting of the concept.
In this book, Karin van Es develops a comprehensive understanding of liveness today, and clarifies the stakes surrounding the category of the live . She argues that liveness is the product of a dynamic interaction between media institutions, technologies and users. In doing so, she challenges earlier conceptions of the notion, which tended to focus on either one of these contributors to its constructionBy analyzing the live in four different cases a live streaming platform, an online music collaboration website, an example of social TV, and a social networking site van Es explores the operation of the category and pinpoints the conditions under which it comes into being. The analysis is the starting point for a broader reflection on the relation between broadcast and social media.
With a focus on the dynamic interplay between media institutions, new technologies, and user engagement, van Es provides a fresh perspective on how liveness has transformed. Through in-depth case studies, including live streaming platforms, online music collaborations, social TV, and social networking sites, readers will gain insights into the conditions that foster liveness in digital contexts. This work not only challenges previous conceptions of liveness but also enriches our understanding of the future of media interactions.
Whether you are studying media theory or looking to grasp the implications of social media's rise, 'The Future of Live' is an impeccably researched book that stands out. Perfect for academics, practitioners, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and communication, this book will be a strategic addition to your collection of media studies.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. This brand new book is compliant with international ISBN standards (ISBN: 9781509502646) and full of insights, stretching across 180 illuminating pages.
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: 9781509502646
Year: 2016
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 180
Description:
Liveness is a persistent and much-debated concept in media studies. Until recently, it was associated primarily with broadcast media, and television in particular. However, the emergence of social media has brought new forms of liveness into effect. These forms challenge common assumptions about and perspectives on liveness, provoking a revisiting of the concept.
In this book, Karin van Es develops a comprehensive understanding of liveness today, and clarifies the stakes surrounding the category of the live . She argues that liveness is the product of a dynamic interaction between media institutions, technologies and users. In doing so, she challenges earlier conceptions of the notion, which tended to focus on either one of these contributors to its constructionBy analyzing the live in four different cases a live streaming platform, an online music collaboration website, an example of social TV, and a social networking site van Es explores the operation of the category and pinpoints the conditions under which it comes into being. The analysis is the starting point for a broader reflection on the relation between broadcast and social media.