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Aims and Scope
Journal DOI: 10.33140/CTMC
Current Trends in Mass Communication is an international peer reviewed open access journal dedicated to publishing scholarly research related to mass media systems, communication theory, media technologies, and contemporary developments in global communication practices. The journal provides a platform for communication scholars, media researchers, journalists, sociologists, policy analysts, and media professionals who examine the role of communication systems in shaping public discourse, social interaction, and information exchange.
The journal aims to promote research that explores evolving forms of media communication, including traditional mass media, digital media platforms, and emerging communication technologies. Research addressing media production processes, media consumption patterns, communication strategies, and the social impact of media systems is appropriate for publication.
Current Trends in Mass Communication welcomes original research articles, review papers, conceptual studies, case analyses, and empirical investigations that examine the changing dynamics of communication in contemporary societies.
Communication Theory and Media Studies
The journal publishes research addressing theoretical frameworks used to understand communication processes and media systems. Studies examining communication models, media influence theories, and social communication frameworks are appropriate for submission.
Research exploring media effects on audiences, agenda setting in news media, framing of information in public discourse, and cultural interpretations of communication messages is also within the scope of the journal. Investigations examining interpersonal communication, group communication, and mass communication processes are encouraged.
Studies analyzing media narratives, discourse analysis in communication, and the role of media in shaping cultural identities are also relevant topics for publication.
Journalism and News Media
The journal welcomes research addressing journalism practices, news production processes, and media ethics in contemporary communication environments. Studies examining news reporting, editorial decision-making, and journalistic standards are appropriate for submission.
Research exploring investigative journalism, broadcast journalism, and digital journalism practices is also encouraged. Investigations examining the transformation of journalism in the digital age, including online news platforms and citizen journalism, are relevant to the journal.
Studies addressing misinformation, disinformation, and the credibility of news sources in modern media ecosystems are also suitable topics.
Digital Media and Online Communication
Advances in digital technologies have significantly transformed communication practices. The journal publishes research addressing digital media platforms, social media communication, and online information networks.
Studies examining communication through social networking platforms, user-generated content, and digital content distribution are appropriate for submission. Research exploring digital media engagement, online communities, and virtual communication networks is also within the scope of the journal.
Investigations examining the influence of social media on public opinion, political communication, and digital activism are also encouraged.
Advertising, Public Relations, and Media Marketing
The journal considers research addressing strategic communication practices used in advertising, public relations, and media marketing. Studies examining advertising campaigns, brand communication strategies, and marketing communication practices are appropriate for submission.
Research exploring public relations management, corporate communication strategies, and reputation management in organizations is also encouraged.
Investigations addressing media planning strategies, audience targeting methods, and digital advertising systems are also relevant topics for publication.
Political Communication and Public Discourse
Communication plays a central role in political processes and public decision-making. The journal welcomes research addressing political communication strategies, election campaigns, and government communication systems.
Studies examining media coverage of political events, political messaging strategies, and public opinion formation are appropriate for submission. Research exploring communication in democratic processes, media influence on political behavior, and communication policies affecting political discourse is also considered.
Investigations addressing communication in international relations and global political communication are also suitable topics.
Media Technology and Communication Innovation
The journal also considers research addressing technological developments in media production and distribution. Studies examining broadcasting technologies, multimedia systems, and digital communication tools are appropriate for publication.
Research exploring artificial intelligence in media systems, automated content generation, and emerging technologies used in media production is also encouraged.
Investigations examining communication innovations that reshape the way information is created, distributed, and consumed are also relevant.
Media Ethics, Regulation, and Social Responsibility
The journal publishes research addressing ethical standards and regulatory frameworks governing media communication. Studies examining media accountability, ethical journalism practices, and regulatory policies in communication systems are appropriate for submission.
Research exploring freedom of expression, media regulation policies, and social responsibility of communication institutions is also within the scope of the journal.
Investigations examining the impact of communication technologies on privacy, digital rights, and information governance are also welcomed.
Article Types
Current Trends in Mass Communication publishes original research articles, review papers, conceptual analyses, empirical studies, case studies, perspectives, and conference proceedings related to communication and media research.
Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts presenting theoretical frameworks, empirical investigations, media analysis studies, or interdisciplinary research that contributes to understanding contemporary communication systems and media practices.
Topics of Interest Include, But Are Not Limited To
Mass Communication Research, Communication Theory Studies, Media Studies Research, Journalism Practices, News Media Systems, Broadcast Journalism Research, Digital Journalism Studies, Investigative Journalism Practices, Citizen Journalism Systems, Media Discourse Analysis, Media Influence On Society, Audience Reception Studies, Digital Media Platforms, Social Media Communication, Online Communication Networks, Digital Content Production, User Generated Media Content, Digital Media Engagement, Social Networking Communication, Online Public Discourse, Misinformation Studies, Disinformation Research, Advertising Strategies, Brand Communication Systems, Marketing Communication Practices, Digital Advertising Technologies, Public Relations Management, Corporate Communication Strategies, Media Marketing Analytics, Political Communication Studies, Election Campaign Communication, Media Influence On Political Behavior, Government Communication Systems, International Communication Research, Global Media Networks, Media Technology Innovation, Broadcasting Technologies, Multimedia Communication Systems, Artificial Intelligence In Media Production, Automated Journalism Technologies, Media Ethics Research, Communication Regulation Policies, Freedom Of Expression Studies, Digital Media Governance, Privacy In Digital Communication, And Social Responsibility In Media Systems.