National Conference - Media and Journalism
About the Conference
In the era of digital revolution, the interplay between media, society, and democracy is experiencing a profound shift. Since the inception, the internet mediated technologies and its subsequent diffusion across the social realms, from workplace to social exchange, seeking, sharing, learning, financial transactions. The emergence of new media technologies has revolutionized methods of information/content distribution and consumption. This transformation has far-reaching implications, influencing public opinion, realigning societal norms, and functioning of democratic processes.
The first two decades of the twenty first millennia witnessed the unprecedented rise of the infrastructural expansion and digital driven mobilization which has made information more accessible, leading to an increase in the diversity of voices and perspectives available to the public. Therefore, digital technologies, among certain groups are perceived as revolutionary, on the other hand, the issues that of political economy of digital media continues to prevail. Digital media has been celebrated as a horizontal platform for communication since its inception. However, attempts to silence certain voices, concerns surrounding digital labor, and issues of fake news, misinformation, and data breaches cannot be overlooked. Moreover, the rise of social media platforms has led to the creation of echo chambers, where individuals are exposed primarily to viewpoints that they align with, potentially polarizing the society.
In the backdrop of these issues emanating and shaping the everyday discourse on media technology and the self, this academic conference aims to delve into these complexities of the evolving media landscape in the context of Media Technology and society. It seeks to understand not only the impact of media on everyday societal practices and democratic processes but also how these relationships continue to evolve and call for a renewed engagement with the digital and off course the social.
The Conference attains significance in the global context of far reaching transformations in the digital technology, where the interplay between media, society, and democracy is experiencing profound changes. The last three decades, the ways in which information and content are distributed and consumed have been completely transformed by the advent of new media technologies. This transformation has tremendous disruptive energy with deeper implications for public opinion formation, rearranging social conventions, and making fundamental changes in democratic processes. It seeks to understand not only the impact of media on everyday societal practices and democratic processes but also how these relationships continue to evolve and requires renewed deliberation on the digital and the social.
MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) is a prestigious world-class institution of higher education in India, boasting a remarkable 40-year legacy dedicated to fostering excellence in academics. With a global alumni network comprising over 1,00,000 professionals, MIT-WPU has consistently delivered outstanding educational outcomes. The institution offers over 150 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that are thoughtfully designed to strike a balance between theoretical foundations and practical application. The pedagogical approach prioritises experiential learning, empowering students to translate knowledge into real-world skills. This is facilitated through immersive internships and invaluable mentor-mentee insights that serve as catalysts for personal and professional growth.
The Department of Media and Communication at MIT-WPU stands as a premier institution for media studies and journalism in the country. Offering both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the department places a strong emphasis on cultivating critical and analytical skills in students while imparting knowledge about the intricate interplay between society, media, and communication. Its pedagogy approach employs a blend of theoretical lectures, tutorials, classroom presentations, and industry oriented assignments to equip students for diverse roles in the media, broadcasting, journalism, and communication sectors, with a specific focus on emerging technologies and online media channels. Beyond conventional classroom learning, the institution’s multifaceted approach ensures that students not only grasp theoretical concepts but also gain practical insights into the dynamic field of media and communication. Interactive sessions with industry experts and academicians play a pivotal role in shaping students’ perspectives, enabling them to delve deeper into the nuances of the ever-evolving media industry.
Sr.No. | Name of the Initiative/Event | Dates & Days |
1 | Last day of Abstract Submission of research papers | 21st Sept 2024 |
2 | Last day of Paper submission | 15th Oct 2024 |
3 | Date of the Conference | 21st & 22nd Oct 2024 |
The participants are cordially invited to submit the abstract of their research papers for presentation at the conference. The abstracts will go through the screening process and the decision about selection of papers for presentation will be communicated to participants. Participants are required to submit their abstracts at ncmj@mitwpu.edu.in by September 21st, 2024.
Selected papers will be considered for publication in an edited book format by renowned publishers with ISBN number.
The Conference will address a number of themes that could make significant impact on the emerging media landscape and its future evolution. The Conference envisages scholarly studies from academicians, research scholars, industry professionals, media practitioners, students, human rights activists and experts. Here are the prominent themes related with the multi-faceted aspects of media that calls for insightful academic scrutiny and evaluation.
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Media and Society: Understanding the Dynamics
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Media Literacy: Navigating in a Post-Truth Era
03
Platform Economy, Digital Labour and Algorithmic Bias
04
AI & Media: Envisioning Journalism & Technocracy
05
Advertising in the age of personalization
06
Public Relations in networked spaces
07
Cinema in the digital era: Streaming, and audience reception
08
Product Health and Psychological Wellbeing in the Digital Age
09
Media Ethics in Digital Era: Contested terrains in the age of likes and shares
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Media, Cinema in the digital era: Streaming, and audience reception
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Envisioning AI & Journalism: Lighting up the Canvas of social responsibility
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The Role of Media in Democracy