Communication for development in the Third World
Subtitle: theory and practice
By: Srinivas R. Melkote.
Publisher: Sage Publications
Published: 1991
Place of publication: New Delhi; Newbury Park, Calif
Language: eng
Number of pages: 292
Subjects: Communication in economic development -- Developing countries; Developing countries -- Economic policy
Description: This book analyzes the theoretical perspectives and research approaches in development communication which have emerged over the last four decades and chronicles the process through which scholars and practitioners have sharpened their insights into the role of development communications in Third World nations. The author identifies every historical era in the field of development communication and comprehensively discusses all theoretical perspectives and research approaches which gained currency in each period.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [272]-285) and index.