Terry Flew's New Media: An Introduction combines a comprehensive overview of theories of new media with contemporary case studies. Based on an historic understanding of new media developments, the book explores the role of new media in an globally networked society. It examines the social, political and economic impact of new technologies on creativity, industry and culture from a cross-disciplinary perspective.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to New Media; 2. Twenty Key New Media Concepts; 3. Approaches to New Media; 4. Ten Key Contemporary New Media Theorists; 5. Social Newtowrking Media; 6. Participatory Media Cultures; 7. Participatory Media Cultures; 8. Citizen Journalism; 9. Creative Industries; 10. The Global Knowledge Economy; 11. Internet Law, Policy, and Governance; 12. Conclusion