
News Use, Political Knowledge, and Misperceptions in 18 Countries across the Global North
by Peter Van Aelst
Title:
News Use, Political Knowledge, and Misperceptions in 18 Countries across the Global North
Author:
Peter Van Aelst
Series (if any):
Elements in Politics and Communication
Edited by:
Luisa Gehle
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
75 pages, Worked examples or Exercises
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-13:
9781009632478
EAN:
9781009632478
Classifications:
Biography and non-fiction prose
Weight (g):
276.94
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
The established idea that people learn about politics and relevant societal issues via the news media can be put into question. First, people choose to avoid most news. Second, people may form their beliefs based on false and misleading information. This Element confirms the added value of staying informed through using traditional news media.










