Illustrated guide to the content analysis research project/

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Illustrated Guide to the Content Analysis Research Project makes mass media research more accessible through an informal and humorous student-centered approach. A colorful step-by-step to developing a typical research project using the content analysis methodology, this common-sensical guide provides a foundational and much-needed approach to introducing mass media research concepts. The fundamental elements of this research methodology are presented in plainspoken language perfect for undergraduates and new researchers, complete with page-popping illustrations and an informal narrative keep the reader engaged while tackling students' most common sticking-points. This book is an excellent companion to research-centered courses and a must-have resource for any student undertaking mass media research.