Articles from Volume 16, Issue 1 (45) / 2023

Examining Partisan Reporting of Critical Race Theory Using Meta’s CrowdTangle

Chrysalis L. WRIGHT, Beatriz COELHO, Caitlyn KOERNER, Cristina FERRER, Caitlin RECHDAN, Donna LARSON


Abstract:

Mainstream news media outlets can influence the opinions and attitudes of their audience based on how they frame information. This framing can also to polarization. Presently there exists partisan controversies and state-level legislation in the United States regarding Critical Race Theory (CRT). We examine... Read More

Keywords: Partisan reporting; CrowdTangle; Critical Race Theory (CRT)

The Construction of Legitimation in Romanian Public Authorities’ Discourses During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Camelia CUSNIR, Anamaria NICOLA


Abstract:

The global spread of COVID-19 in 2020 has created a wide range of responses from governments, like lockdowns, event prohibitions, social distancing rules, etc. Authorities tried to legitimize these restrictions (including limitations of individual rights) through different strategies in order to obtain peop... Read More

Keywords: COVID-19; Legitimation strategies; Government response; Crisis; Discourse; Fake news; Disinformation

Examining the Effect of Incorporating Social Media Literacy into Moroccan Schools

Yassine BENHADJ


Abstract:

Access to the internet is easier and faster than ever, forcing most people around the globe to adopt a web-based lifestyle. This generates tons of online footprint data, which feeds digital systems and leads to massive information abundance. To address this issue, people, especially teens, who are the most ... Read More

Keywords: Social media literacy (SML); Integration; Online empowerment; Experimental design

Marketing and Communication in Romania’s Next Sports Decade: Identifying Key Success Factors in the National Strategy for Sport 2023

Brîndușa-Maria CERGĂ


Abstract:

Sports in Romania is experiencing a surge of popularity and desire to improve in all areas, after years of decline in which the statics have raised concerns. Enabling this industry with a clear plan and raising the standards is paramount for the future development of the sports scene. In this context, the p... Read More

Keywords: Sports; National strategy; Key success factors; 5C protocol; Success measurement