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Conceptual Issues in Framing Theory: A Systematic Examination of a Decade's Literature

Borah, Porismita·2011·Journal of Communication
DOI 10.1111/j.1460-2466.2011.01539.x
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Although many scholars have pointed out problems in framing research, there has been very few systematic examinations of the published literature. To examine the common conceptual debates, the present study content analyzes framing literature from 93 peer-reviewed journals for a decade. Two methods were employed for the sample: First, every journal identified as a “communication journal” in the Journal Citation Report was included; second, keyword searches in electronic databases were used. The main findings showed that framing studies have concentrated more on message design and “unique” frames. Consistent with existing debates, results highlight the lack of research about production of frames and mixed frames. This examination of a decade's published literature reveals better direction for future research.

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Authors
Borah, P.
Venue
Journal of Communication
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Published
2011-04
Volume
61
Issue
2
Pages
246-263
ISSN
0021-9916 (ISSN-L)
DOI
10.1111/j.1460-2466.2011.01539.x
OpenAlex
W2021697154
Cited by
667
References
6
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84.91
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journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
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doi.wiley.com/10.1002/tdm_license_1.1 (tdm, 1614 d)

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