On Islam Muslims and the Media [Hardcover]

In the constant deluge of media coverage on Islam, Muslims are often portrayed as terrorists, refugees, radicals, or victims, depictions that erode human responses of concern, connection, or even a willingness to learn about Muslims.On Islamhelps break this cycle with information and strategies to understand and report the modern Muslim experience. Journalists, activists, bloggers, and scholars offer insights into how Muslims are represented in the media today and offer tips for those covering Islam in the future. Interviews provide personal and often moving firsthand accounts of people confronting the challenges of modern life while maintaining their Muslim faith, and brief overviews provide a crash course on Muslim beliefs and practices. A concise and frank discussion of the Muslim experience,On Islamprovides facts and perspective at a time when truth in journalism is more vital than ever.

On Islam: Muslims and the Mediacouldnt appear at a more useful time. . .Itis an indispensable guide for reporters and for anyone who wants to gain a more informed, nuanced view of the faith and its adherents.

Rosemary Pennington has been involved with Indiana University's Voices and Visions project since 2008, serving as project coordinator, podcast producer, and managing editor. She is Assistant Professor of Journalism at Miami University.

Hilary E. Kahn is Director of the Voices and Visions Project, Assistant Dean for International Education and Global Initiatives, and Director of the Center for the Study of Global Change in the School of Global and International Studies at Indiana University. She is author ofSeeing and Being Seen: The Q'eqchi' Maya of Guatemala and Beyondand editor ofFraming the Global: Entry Points for Research.

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