Issue 31, winter/spring 2021 https://doi.org/10.70090/AMSA21YO Scroll down for Arabic abstract. This study investigates how Yemeni online journalism has dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic. The study analyzes four of online news websites that represent the various political actors in Yemen. These websites include Al-Thawra Net (Sana’a and Riyadh editions), Al-Sahwa Net, …
Read More »Book Review | Routledge Handbook on Contemporary Egypt
Edited By Robert Springborg, Amr Adly, Anthony Gorman, Tamir Moustafa, Aisha Saad, Naomi Sakr, Sarah Smierciak This 465-page volume is divided into six main sections, each with a forward written by a sub-editor. Each section has four or five chapters all written by other separate authors for a total of …
Read More »Book Review | Routledge Handbook on Arab Media
First Edition - Edited By Noureddine Miladi, Noha Mellor (Routledge, 2020) The Routledge Handbook on Arab Media is an encyclopedic depiction of the history, roles, models of ownership, and regulations of print, broadcast, and online media in 20 Arab countries out of the 22 Arab countries represented in the Arab …
Read More »“I’ll See You on Zoom!” International Educators’ Perceptions of Online Teaching Amid, and Beyond, Covid-19
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/ASSK20ZI Abstract When the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world in 2020, it affected every aspect of life, including education. The spread of this pandemic compelled the world to shift from traditional classroom education to online learning. This exploratory qualitative research study investigates the critical and timely …
Read More »Daesh and the Power of Media and Message
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/JK20DPMM Abstract This paper, as a part of an on-going research project, examines Daesh's media (2014-2017) and seeks to provide a deeper understanding of how Daesh spreads its messages. It focuses on the importance of media as one of the main factors behind Daesh’s power. It …
Read More »Impact of US Drama Binge-Watching in the Emirates: Third-Person Effect and Cultural Self-Conceptual
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/AA203PEC Abstract The study investigates respondents’ perception of the negative effects of US drama binge-watching on their cultural values as compared with its perceived effects on the cultural values of others. The study helps in understanding the extent to which Arab residents in the United Arab …
Read More »The Role of Smartphone Applications in Risk and Natural Disaster Communication Management (Arabic)
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/SSDE20SM Scroll down for the Arabic abstract. Abstract Natural disasters are one of the most dangerous challenges facing societies because of the heavy human, economic, and social losses they cause, besides the damages in infrastructure and holdings. While it is difficult to prevent some risks or …
Read More »Factors Influencing Public Attitudes toward Paid Online Newspaper Subscriptions- A Field Study (Arabic)
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/EBD20FIP Scroll down for the Arabic abstract. Abstract Despite the implementation of new business models in several Western media organizations, most Arab newspapers have not yet explored these models, and little is known about public attitudes towards their willingness to pay for online news. The study …
Read More »Digital and Traditional Media’s Handling of Freedom Issues: A Comparative Study among Egyptian and Saudi Youth (Arabic)
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/SEMA20SYA Scroll down for the Arabic abstract. Abstract With the expansion of the digital public sphere, tackling freedom issues has been widely transferred from traditional mass media to digital platforms. Based on the constructive approach that demonstrates the recipient’s active ability to give meaning to what …
Read More »Knowledge, understanding, and adherence to Social Media regulations by youth in the United Arab Emirates
Issue 30, summer/fall 2020 https://doi.org/10.70090/TS20KUAS Abstract The study deals with legislation and guidelines related to the use of virtual space, especially social media. A special focus has been placed on youth in the United Arab Emirates, where a set of regulations are being implemented, in addition to a series of …
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