Mobile and Social Media Journalism: A Practical Guide for Multimedia Journalism 2nd Edition

Review
"Every storyteller needs to understand the critical role that mobile and social media play in our ability to communicate with today's audiences. This book offers specific guidance on how to leverage the power of these unique platforms with a roadmap for developing the necessary skill sets. From thoughtful discussion of social media's misinformation crisis to a rich exploration of the distinct writing styles needed to create high-quality mobile content, Adornato's text offers educators and practitioners a foundation for developing social media and mobile reporting skills."
Deb Wenger, Ph.D.Assistant Dean, School of Journalism and New Media
, The University of Mississippi
"With the second edition of Mobile and Social Media Journalism, Professor Anthony Adornato has packed in even more punch than in the first edition - with timely new chapters on misinformation and writing across digital platforms. Like the first edition, the volume is readable, practical, and essential for anyone interested in the craft of journalism today. I cannot wait to assign it to my students."
Gina M. Masullo, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Journalism, The University of Texas at Austin
"The two new chapters -- on writing mobile-friendly and recognizing and combating fake news and disinformation -- follow the format that makes this book so valuable: relevant and thoroughly researched information, clearly explained and accompanied by practical exercises and advice from journalists on the job. For those who consider themselves tech-challenged, fear not: Adornato is on top of the latest online tools and includes many step-by-step instructions and examples. This book should be considered a 'must-read' for today's newsrooms as well as classrooms."
Suzanne LysakAssociate Professor of Broadcast Journalism, Chapman University
"I have been eagerly awaiting the second edition of Mobile and Social Media Journalism for my social media journalism courses. My students consistently give feedback that they enjoy the blend of practical information with a solid theoretical foundation that Anthony Adornato provides. With this newly revised and updated volume, he covers the basics of the mobile reporting skillset budding journalists need to successfully launch their careers. He also provides an in-depth look at how misinformation on social is impacting the industry and society. Importantly, he offers insight into the psychology of fake news and practical tips for how journalists can identify it."
Jill Hopke, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Journalism, DePaul University
"This book is enormously useful for anyone looking to gain the essential social media know-how that news organizations today demand. Adornato gives us more than just a practical guide by also offering the theoretical underpinnings that help us make sense of what the evolving media landscape means for the practice of journalism. The strategies outlined here go beyond when or what to post on which platform, and focus on approaches and fundamentals that can be applicable regardless of what new social platform might emerge tomorrow. The second edition is a must-have for courses wanting to combine journalistic principles with the latest emerging technologies."
Summer Harlow, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Journalism, University of Houston
"At a time when impactful journalism is needed more than ever, the updated edition of Mobile and Social Media Journalism presents much-needed guidance aimed at combating misinformation, and simultaneously suggests new ways to build audience trust through innovation, creativity, and technology. It offers new approaches to time-tested strategies that provide journalists with the tools needed to craft engaging content for today's consumers. In short, Anthony Adornato's book is a blueprint for journalists both new and seasoned."
Dante MozieInstructor of Journalism, South Carolina State University
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