"In the words of a South African researcher, the media can help research become linked to policy processes by “getting you into the kitchen, being part of the soup-making”. This paper explores the roles the media play and looks at the linkages between policy, research and media. It considers som
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e of the dilemmas faced, and the options and approaches available when a research programme, institute or researcher is constructing a media strategy. It lays out some of the main steps in developing a strategy. This paper is complemented by Working with the Media: A guide for researchers, which includes practical guidance and tips for engagement with the media. In this paper the term ‘policy’ includes policy formulation, implementation and evaluation and is not restricted to that of government but includes international organisations, bilateral agencies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), the private sector and others. The media is taken to include community, local, national and international forms of radio, print, television and online services." (Introduction)
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"Since its first publication in 1975, Judith Butcher's Copy-editing has become firmly established as a classic reference guide. This fourth edition has been comprehensively revised to provide an up-to-date and clearly presented source of information for all those involved in preparing typescripts an
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d illustrations for publication. From the basics of how to prepare text and illustrations for the designer and typesetter, through the ground rules of house style, to how to read and correct proofs, Copy-editing covers all aspects of the editorial process. New and revised features:up-to-date advice on indexes, inclusive language, reference systems and preliminary pagesa chapter devoted to on-screen copy-editingguidance on digital coding and publishing in other media such as e-booksupdated to take account of modern typesetting and printing technologyan expanded section on law booksan essential tool for new and experienced copy-editors, working freelance or in-house." (Publisher description)
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"This manual presents a series of recommended guidelines for broadcasters for the use of language and terminology when referencing persons with disabilities in broadcast news. It has been developed on the basis of previous research conducted on behalf of Canada’s private broadcasters by the Canadi
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an Association of Broadcasters and in consultation with the Canadian disability community and Canadian news broadcasters. This manual is not intended for use as an industry code, nor as a set of binding rules for broadcasters. Rather, it has been designed to familiarize broadcast news professionals with the terminology that is preferred by the Canadian disability community. It is not intended for use with other programming categories such as comedy or drama." (Introduction, page 2)
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"The handbook reviews reporting on general, political and human rights issues. It has sections on location recording and computerbased audio editing. It provides guidance on safety and security and sensitive reporting in conflict areas, as well as libel issues. Developed out of the radio journalism
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workshops that were run as part of IWPR’s Uganda Radio Network project, it also reviews the particular requirements for reporting for IWPR. Each chapter provides exercises, discussion sections and further references." (Introduction, page 5)
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"Ausgehend von den wichtigsten dramaturgischen Prinzipien bei der Entwicklung einer Filmidee bis hin zu technischen Fragen bei Schnitt und Vertonung werden in diesem Handbuch für die Jugendfilmarbeit die Grundlagen der Arbeit mit Video dargestellt und wichtige Fragen zur Filmpraxis erläutert. Ziel
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setzung des Buches ist es, in einfacher und verständlicher Sprache alles Wissenswerte über die Vorbereitung und Durchführung eines Filmprojekts mit Jugendgruppen zu vermitteln. Es richtet sich an den interessierten Laien, der grundlegende Informationen zur Arbeit mit Video sucht. Wie bereits in der ersten Auflage gliedert sich das Buch in drei Teile, die jedoch vollständig überarbeitet und aktualisiert wurden. Der erste Teil befasst sich mit der Herstellung eines Spielfilms. Hier werden die wichtigsten Prinzipien der Spielfilmproduktion mit Jugendgruppen beschrieben, angefangen von der Entwicklung eines Drehbuchs über Kameraführung bis hin zur Montage und Nachvertonung des Films. Im zweiten Teil werden die Grundlagen des dokumentarischen Arbeitens mit Video erläutert. Der letzte Teil des Buches befasst sich mit der Videotechnik. Hier wird alles Wissenswerte über Camcorder, digitale Aufzeichnung und Bearbeitung sowie über die Postproduction erläutert." (Verlagsbeschreibung)
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"Programme Making for Radio offers trainee radio broadcasters and their instructors focused practical guidelines to the professional techniques applied to the making of radio shows, explaining how specific radio programmes are made and the conventions and techniques required to produce them. This bo
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ok describes how and why these methods are applied through the use of a behind-the-scenes glimpse at working practices and procedures used in the industry. It considers the constraints and incentives that limit or stimulate creativity and innovation within programme production. Programme Making for Radio examines the individual roles and responsibilities of the whole production team and the importance of team-working skills. Chapters focus on the specific requirements of specialist programmes and offer advice from a range of programme makers working in local and national broadcasting. There is a case study example that follows the progress of a feature programme from pitching the original idea, through assembling material to final transmission." (Publisher description)
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