Description
In the 21st century, the rapidly advancing convergence of information technology, mass communication, and digital media holds the promise of an era characterized by democratization, interconnectedness, and universal access to knowledge. However, beneath this veneer of progress lie hidden affiliations and insidious convergences that raise troubling questions about civil liberties, human rights, and democratic values. As the intricate web of communication, cooperation, and control becomes increasingly complex, the pursuit of social justice faces unprecedented challenges in this digital age.
Spectral Media and Social Justice in the 21st Century is a thought-provoking volume that delves into the heart of these challenges, offering critical insights into the sustainability of social justice in the era of rapid technological advancement. This comprehensive work presents cutting-edge theoretical frameworks and compelling research findings to illuminate the concealed affiliations and obscured motives between "Big Tech," government organizations, and digital and social media. Intended for professionals, researchers, and students across various disciplines, this book investigates the multifaceted dimensions of social justice in the digital landscape.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Raymond Younis (Ed.)
Raymond Aaron Younis
was educated at the University of Oxford and the University of Sydney. He has held professorial positions at three universities in Sydney, Australia. He is the recipient of several teaching and learning awards and commendations for excellence, and has published over one hundred papers in philosophy, ethics, media and cultural studies, in books, journals and refereed online collections. He is also an experienced wine consultant (in Oxford and Sydney).