Theories Of Media Language

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Semiotics
The study of signs and how meaning is communicated through texts.
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Signification
The process through which signs convey meaning.
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Narratology
The study of narrative structure and how it affects the perception of stories.
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Equilibrium
A state of balance within a narrative before disruptions occur.
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Genre Theory
The study of how genres are defined by conventions and variations.
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Structuralism
A theoretical approach that focuses on underlying structures in texts to produce meaning.
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Postmodernism
A perspective that questions the boundaries between the real world and mediated representations.
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Representation
The production of meaning through language and signs.
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Stereotyping
The process of reducing individuals or groups into simplistic traits, often due to power imbalances.
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Identity Theory
The concept that media plays a crucial role in the construction of personal and social identities.
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Postcolonial Theory
An exploration of the effects of colonialism and imperialism on contemporary race and ethnicity.
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Feminist Theory
The study of how gender is constructed and represented through discourse within media.
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Media Industries Theory
The exploration of how media is driven by profit motives and the concentration of ownership.
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Regulation Theory
The examination of the balance between consumer interests and the protection of citizens in media.
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Cultural Industries Theory
A focus on how media companies minimize risks and maximize audiences through various strategies.
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Media Effects Theory
The idea that media can directly influence audience attitudes and behavior.
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Cultivation Theory
The concept that repeated media exposure shapes audience perceptions of reality.
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Reception Theory
The study of how audiences decode and interpret media messages.
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Fandom Theory
The examination of how fans actively engage with and reshape media texts.
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‘End of Audience’ Theory
The idea that digital technology transforms consumers into active participants in media creation and sharing.
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