African Americans in Television: An Afrocentric Analysis.

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Title: African Americans in Television: An Afrocentric Analysis.
Language: English
Authors: Tait, Alice A., Perry, Robert L.
Source: Western Journal of Black Studies. Win 1994 18(4):195-200.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 1994
Document Type: Opinion Papers
Journal Articles
Descriptors: Afrocentrism, Black Stereotypes, Broadcast Journalism, Mass Media, Mass Media Effects, Minority Groups, News Reporting, Nonprint Media, Racial Bias, Racial Relations, Social Bias, Television
ISSN: 0197-4327
Abstract: Proposes that, historically and contemporarily, African Americans were and are severely underrepresented in the Eurocentric press, portrayed stereotypically, depicted in low-status occupational roles, and denied news or public affairs programs to adequately serve their informational needs. Theories on mass media's impact on society and individuals are discussed, as are black-directed and produced programs. (GR)
Journal Code: CIJNOV1995
Entry Date: 1995
Accession Number: EJ507698
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Proposes that, historically and contemporarily, African Americans were and are severely underrepresented in the Eurocentric press, portrayed stereotypically, depicted in low-status occupational roles, and denied news or public affairs programs to adequately serve their informational needs. Theories on mass media's impact on society and individuals are discussed, as are black-directed and produced programs. (GR)
ISSN:0197-4327