Komunikator
Vol. 17 No. 1 (2025)

Applying Discourse Network Analysis in Journalism Studies: Exploring Digital Transformation Response

Bakry, Gema Nusantara (Unknown)
Ardianto, Fetra (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 May 2025

Abstract

The digital transformation has reshaped the media industry, moving from traditional models to technology-driven approaches such as content personalization and direct-to-consumer (D2C) streaming. In journalism research, Discourse Network Analysis (DNA) has emerged as a novel method to map relationships among actors, discourses, and narratives across platforms. By integrating quantitative and qualitative approaches, DNA offers comprehensive insights into media discourse dynamics. In Indonesia, its application remains limited, addressing issues like gig economy policies, sexual violence, and peatland restoration. Supported by frameworks such as the Advocacy Coalition Framework and Collaborative Governance Theory, DNA enables the analysis of conflicts of interest, coalitions, and ideological shifts. However, Indonesian research often emphasizes quantitative approaches, overlooking qualitative insights essential for contextualizing discourse. Unlike linear-focused methods such as content or critical discourse analysis, DNA excels in the significant data era by processing large-scale social media content, integrating textual and relational data, and visualizing complex communication networks. This makes it particularly valuable for understanding how information flows and evolves, offering strategic insights into shifting communication patterns, media consumption behaviors, and audience engagement in the digital age.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JKM

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Subject

Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

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Jurnal Komunikator terbit dua kali setahun pada bulan Mei dan November. Berisi tulisan yang diangkat dari hasil penelitian dan pemikiran konseptual di bidang komunikasi. Penerbit menerima sumbangan tulisan yang belum pernah diterbitkan di media lain. Tulisan dapat langsung di input ke dalam sistem ...