In the area of media studies, Dr. Ibrahim Hroub, an Instructor in the Department of Arabic and Interactive Media, explores the dynamic interplay between citizen journalism, technology, and human psychology. His article, “Exploring the Nexus of Citizen Journalism, Technology, and Psychology: Insights from Palestinian Journalists,” published in Journalism Practice, a Q1 Scopus journal, offers groundbreaking insights into how technology reshapes the landscape of journalism in Palestine. Through interviews with Palestinian journalists, Dr. Hroub investigates the psychological underpinnings of news perception and the pivotal role of citizen journalists in fostering public discourse on critical issues. This study enriches our understanding of the media’s impact on society and underscores the importance of integrating psychological perspectives into journalism education and practice.
