Dr. Augie Grant announces the publication of a new practical textbook for teaching convergence. Principles of Convergence Journalism, from Oxford University Press, takes a step-by-step look at reporting across platforms, using new media, and a host of other tools of interest to the convergence journalist. TCN Executive Editor Doug Fisher and past newsletter contributor Dr. Jeff Wilkinson are co-authors.
Read the full announcement here.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
Thursday, April 10, 2008
April 2008: Book Announcement - Principles of Convergence Journalism
Thursday, March 6, 2008
March 2008 Issue Now Available
Fresh off our first theme issue of the year -- February's look at broadcasting -- we at The Convergence Newsletter found ourselves with still more solid material on broadcasting. So we've extended the February theme, if you will, to this month's issue, with a look at how TV stations use new-media technology to stay in touch with viewers, followed by the conclusion of our interview with National Public Radio's Maria Thomas. We featured part one of our interview with Thomas, NPR's senior vice president of digital media, in February.
If you have reactions to any of this month's articles, you can use this blog's comments feature and leave your thoughts at each piece's corresponding blog post, below.
Click here to read the March issue of The Convergence Newsletter.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
March 2008: How Television Stations are "Broadcasting" Their News to Your Pocket
As technologies like text messaging and e-mail continue to gain prevalence in our society, many in the world of traditional media are seeking ways to capitalize on these new delivery formats to provide their customers with content.
Dr. Tim Brown of the University of Central Florida discusses research that has delved into the question of how local television stations are taking advantage of these new-media options.
Read the full article here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
March 2008: NPR: Not your Parents' Radio – Part Two
In February's issue of The Convergence Newsletter, we presented part one of our interview with Maria Thomas, senior vice president of digital media at National Public Radio. This month, we're pleased to present the conclusion to that interview.
Thomas speaks at length about how a media company that has been traditionally tied to a particular format -- in this case, radio -- can become an innovator in the arena of new technologies while at the same time staying true to its core values.
Read part two of the interview here.
You can comment on this interview by using the comments link below.
While NPR continues to embrace new technologies, some traditional radio stations are worrying customers will stop tuning in for over-the-air NPR content, and possibly stop donating to those listener-supported stations, as well. Randy Dotinga of The Christian Science Monitor explains.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
March 2008: The Colorado Colloquium on Media Ethics & Economics
In September, a collection of Colorado universities will bring together scholars in Estes Park, Colo., to explore the intersection of media ethics and media economics.
Colorado State University's Dr. Patrick Plaisance, one of the colloquium's organizers, provides details for those who might be interested in submitting proposals for the colloquium. The deadline is April 15.
Read the full announcement here.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
March 2008: Training
There is only one space still available at the Newsplex Summer Seminar 2008. Details here.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
Thursday, February 14, 2008
February 2008 Issue Now Available
After a brief holiday layoff, The Convergence Newsletter returns for 2008 with the first in an ongoing series of theme-oriented editions. In the interest of bringing greater cohesion to the newsletter, we will be organizing upcoming issues around their own (more or less) unifying motif.
This month's topic is broadcasting. How are broadcasters fitting into the world of convergence? How about those whose job it is to teach broadcast journalism?
As always, we hope you'll take advantage of the commenting feature on this blog to give us and our contributors your reactions to this month's articles.
Click here to read February's issue of The Convergence Newsletter.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
February 2008: The Problem with Broadcast News on the Web
While it's true that many TV networks are making the most of the Web to offer interactive, multimedia content for their audiences, not all are.
For our February issue, Sid Bedingfied draws upon his experiences as former head of CNN's U.S. network and current visiting professor at the University of South Carolina in examining how some TV entities -- notably, local affiliates -- are falling woefully behind in the push toward rich online content.
Read the full article here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
February 2008: NPR: Not your Parents' Radio
We would be wise not to exclude the radio industry from a discussion on how broadcasters are (or aren't) adapting to the new media landscape.
Count National Public Radio among those who aren't just adapting, but leading the way. This month, we talk with Maria Thomas, NPR's senior vice president of digital media, about what's happening in their world.
Read part one of our interview with Thomas here. Check back next month for part two.
You can comment on this interview by using the comments link below.
While NPR continues to embrace new technologies, some traditional radio stations are worrying customers will stop tuning in for over-the-air NPR content, and possibly stop donating to those listener-supported stations, as well. Randy Dotinga of The Christian Science Monitor explains.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
February 2008: Book Review -- "Advancing the Story: Broadcast Journalism in a Multimedia World”
One question that has weighed on the minds of many journalism educators recently is: "How can we give our students the tools they need to get by in the world of converged media?"
Authors Deb Wenger and Deborah Potter propose some answers in their new text "Advancing the Story: Broadcast Journalism in a Multimedia World.”
In his review, Dr. George Daniels of the University of Alabama gives the book high marks. Though the book is written from the perspective of former broadcast journalists, Dr. Daniels notes that both broadcast and newspaper educators are sure to find the text helpful.
Read the full review here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
February 2008: Training
There is only one space still available at the Newsplex Summer Seminar 2008. Details here.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
December 2007 Issue Now Available
The final issue of The Convergence Newsletter for 2007 offers a glimpse into the past, present and future of convergence. From dial-up modems to blogs to oil, our contributors examine what has been, what is and what is yet to be in the world of convergence.
As promised, the December issue features more highlights from this past October's Convergence Conference at USC.
Please take advantage of the commenting feature on this blog to give us and our contributors your reactions to this month's articles.
Click here to read December's issue of The Convergence Newsletter.
As always, you can find recent and archived issues here.
December 2007: May I Have a Bandage Please?
A featured speaker at October's Convergence Conference, Dr. Jeff Wilkinson of China's United International College has more than 10 years' experience teaching convergence and helping his students put it into practice. For our December issue, Dr. Wilkinson has put together a decade's worth of insights.
Read the full article here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
December 2007: Blogging for Learning
TCN executive editor Doug Fisher doesn't shy away from bringing new technologies into the classroom. In his article, adapted from a presentation at this past August's AEJMC conference in Washington, D.C., Fisher discusses how his students at USC use blogs to reinforce traditional skills and learn new ones.
Read the full article here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
December 2007: Sustaining Journalism and Fractal Ecology
Another highlight of October's conference was Dr. Kevin Kemper's discussion raising questions about how media will have to adapt as oil becomes increasingly rare -- not to mention expensive -- in the years (or even months) to come. Dr. Kemper, of the University of Arizona, adapted his presentation for our December issue.
Read the full article here.
You can comment on this article by using the comments link below.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
December 2007: Training
Spaces are still available at the Newsplex Summer Seminar 2008. Details here.
Recent and archived issues of The Convergence Newsletter
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
