Information Science Reference Exploring Journalism Practice and Perception in Developing Countries (Advances in Media, Entertainment, and the Arts)

About the Author Abiodun Salawu, North-West University, South Africa.Toyosi Olugbenga Samson Owolabi, Lagos State University, Nigeria. Product Description Media outlets play a pivotal role in fostering the positive and beneficial development of countries in modern society. By properly informing citizens of critical national concerns, the media can help to transform society and promote active participation. Exploring Journalism Practice and Perception in Developing Countries is a crucial reference source for the latest scholarly material on the impacts of development journalism on contemporary nations and the media's responsibility to inform citizens of government and non-government activities. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics such as media regulation, freedom of expression, and new media technology, this book is ideally designed for researchers, academics, professionals, policy makers, and students interested in the role of journalist endeavors in developing nations.