Dennis Cali, Erik Gustafson

Manifesto On Being a Media Ecologist

Introduction

Manifesto on being a media ecologist. Discover the foundational principles of media ecology. This manifesto outlines the role and perspective of a media ecologist in today's digital landscape.

Abstract

Manifesto On Being a Media Ecologist

Review

This submission presents a unique challenge for review, given that the abstract provided is identical to the title: "Manifesto On Being a Media Ecologist." As a reviewer, this lack of substantive information in the abstract makes it impossible to evaluate the content, methodology, or contributions of the proposed manifesto. A typical abstract for any academic submission, even a theoretical or declarative one like a manifesto, is expected to succinctly summarize the core arguments, theoretical grounding, key tenets, and the intended impact or call to action. Without this foundational summary, the reviewer is left with no insight into what the "Media Ecologist" manifesto actually *states* or *argues*. For a submission to proceed to a full review, the abstract serves a crucial gateway function, enabling editors and reviewers to determine the paper's relevance, scope, and potential scholarly value. In this instance, the abstract does not convey any of these critical elements. While the title itself suggests an exciting and timely topic within media ecology – a declaration of principles for practitioners or scholars in the field – its potential cannot be assessed. To be considered for publication, an abstract for a manifesto should outline the principal propositions, the philosophical or theoretical underpinnings of "being a media ecologist," the stakes involved, and perhaps a brief overview of the vision or responsibilities it outlines. Therefore, the recommendation at this stage is to request a significant revision of the abstract. The author must provide a comprehensive, detailed abstract that clearly articulates the main themes, arguments, and intentions of the "Manifesto On Being a Media Ecologist." Without a robust abstract that offers genuine insight into the manuscript's content, a proper scholarly evaluation is not feasible, and the submission cannot be advanced to the full review process. We encourage the author to resubmit with a fully developed abstract that meets academic standards, thereby allowing for a fair and informed assessment of this potentially significant contribution to media ecology.

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