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- Portuguese alternative media in the platform era: complexity and innovation in Fumaça and DivergentePublication . Ferreira, Cátia; Ganito, CarlaThis article examines the structural innovation of Portuguese alternative media by analyzing the complexity of content and form in two standout projects: Fumaça and Divergente. Building on a previous mapping of alternative media in Portugal (Ganito & Ferreira, 2024), this study narrows its focus to those outlets that most distinctly diverge from mainstream practices through their innovative approaches to storytelling and journalistic formats. Using qualitative content analysis, we assess how these projects embody the concept of alternative media as theorized by Sandoval & Fuchs (2011), with particular attention to narrative depth, multimedia integration, and thematic diversity. Our findings show that Fumaça and Divergente leverage digital affordances to produce in-depth, investigative, and narrative journalism that amplifies underrepresented voices and explores topics often overlooked by traditional media. But in the ever-changing platformization landscape, these innovations also present new challenges, such as audience reach and sustainability. This paper contributes to a better understanding of how alternative media actors in Portugal are redefining the parameters of journalistic practice and addressing the more general issues of the platform era by analyzing the interaction between structural complexity, innovation, and the limitations of the digital ecosystem.
- Patuá: where Portugal meets MacauPublication . Melo, Eduardo; Bossone, FedericoA photo-reportage by Eduardo Melo (photography) and Federico Bossone (text) at Patuá in Anjos, Lisbon.
- Bon appétit! A menu of food, culture(s), and identitiesPublication . Bossone, Federico
- Full tech, tech-free, or in between? Students perspectives on learning without technology in the EFL classroomPublication . Albuquerque, AnaThis study investigates university students’ views on learning in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom without the use of personal technology. Existing literature spans various educational contexts, yet perspectives in higher education remain notably divided. Many educators consider technology an integral part of academic life, while others—particularly in light of recent developments in artificial intelligence—argue that its role should be critically re-evaluated. This ongoing debate is further complicated by a lack of clear institutional guidelines, leaving many university teachers uncertain about effective classroom practices. Focusing on first and second year Media Studies students at the Catholic University in Portugal, this study draws on student survey data and individual reflective essays to explore attitudes toward traditional, technology-free learning environments as opposed to digital classrooms. Findings show that although students are accustomed to — and generally enjoy — using digital tools, many express concern over distractions and diminished focus. A significant number favoured device-free settings, emphasizing benefits such as improved concentration, deeper interpersonal interaction, and enhanced peer collaboration. Others acknowledged the educational advantages of technology, especially when applied creatively by teachers, while some also advocated for a balanced integration of both digital and traditional strategies. Overall, the study offers insight into students’ critical stance towards the role of technology in the classroom and highlights the need for thoughtful pedagogical models that foster engagement through both low-tech and innovative means. It aims at contributing to broader discussions about classroom innovation and the evolving challenges that educators face in tertiary settings.
- Saberlight chronicles: articulations of metal music and fantasy in fellowship’s concept album (2022)Publication . Alecrim, Thales ReisThis paper investigates the articulations between metal music and fantasy fiction as a form of cultural cross-fertilization, focusing on the creation of narratives grounded in magical themes. Within this trend, there are two distinct creative processes: bands that draw on existing literature and those that create original stories. This study focuses on the latter, particularly on the album Saberlight Chronicles (2022) by Fellowship, which exemplifies how metal bands craft concept albums narrating original fantasy stories. Despite the existing scholarship addressing laterally the contacts between metal and fantasy, there is no relevant discussion exploring their relationship. This paper aims to fill a gap in the literature by analyzing how metal’s fantastical narratives address both contemporary anxieties and historical continuities, offering a lens to speculate on alternative realities. Hence, the paper argues that modern metal’s engagement with fantasy mediates long-standing cultural tensions of the enchantment of modernity that gain nuances when sedimented in the music record form. Therefore, metal and fantasy are shown not merely as escapism but as active tools for reimagining cultural processes, illustrating the influence of alternative realities in music expression. By examining the lyrics and musical structures that evoke fantasy, this paper aims to show how these strategies operate within a dialectic between freedom and control, reification and utopia. Consequently, metal music (particularly the subgenre known as power metal), in this context, becomes a site where cultural meaning is negotiated.
- Algoritmos e técnicas de visualização de dados da audiência de ficção televisiva em streamingPublication . Lopes, Maria Immacolata Vassallo de; Freire, ClaudiaEste artigo considera o futuro da pesquisa de audiência na era do streaming, questionando a dinâmica e as potencialidades do paradigma big data frente ao universo de conteúdo gerado por usuários em plataformas digitais. Partindo dessa premissa, analisa-se o potencial de algoritmos e novas técnicas de visualização para a transmissão de dados de audiência de ficção televisiva à luz de uma lacuna crítica entre os dados de audiência e a própria audiência.
- A vantagem da iniciativa: o caso de AusterlitzPublication . Amado, Nuno
- Strategic communication and employer branding for workplace inclusion: insights from the integration of people with down syndromePublication . Boechat, Anna Carolina; Barreto, Ana Margarida; Bernardo, SaraIn today’s competitive labor market, employer branding (EB) plays a strategic role not only in attracting and retaining talent but also in promoting inclusive values. However, inclusion often remains at a symbolic level, especially concerning individuals with intellectual disabilities. This study investigates how EB functions as a form of strategic communication that can foster genuine workplace inclusion. It focuses on the integration of people with Down Syndrome (DS) in Portugal as a specific case study to examine broader mechanisms and barriers of inclusive branding. The research addresses three questions: (1) What EB strategies are most commonly implemented to support inclusion? (2) Which are considered most effective? (3) What are the main obstacles to implementing inclusive EB? A qualitative approach was adopted, based on semi-structured interviews with representatives from companies and NGOs. Thematic analysis was used to explore perceptions, practices, and challenges. Findings highlight that continuous tutor support, team training, and partnerships with NGOs are the most effective EB strategies. However, cultural resistance, overprotection by families, and lack of post-school support persist as barriers. This study offers an original contribution by positioning inclusion as central to strategic communication in EB. It advocates for structural transformation and cross-sectoral collaboration to align employer branding with inclusive practices.
- Exposing a clear ambivalence: the 1992 consensus in the 2024 Taiwan presidential electionsPublication . Zhou, ShenglanThis paper examines the impact of the 1992 Consensus on Taiwan’s 2024 presidential campaigns. It argues that the term has remained ambiguous since its inception and has evolved into an empty signifier. By conducting a multimodal critical discourse analysis of interviews and electoral campaigns of the three 2024 presidential candidates from April to July 2023, this study reveals that Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang (KMT) endorsed the term to maintain Taiwan’s Sinified identity, while Lai Ching-te from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rejected it to promote a Taiwanese identity, though ambiguities persisted in his interpretation. Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) rejected the Consensus for its ambivalence. The election resulted in Lai’s victory and continued DPP leadership. After taking office, Lai rejected completely the 1992 Consensus. Despite this, the study concludes that the 1992 Consensus will likely remain a key issue in cross-strait relations due to Beijing’s insistence.