Foucault’s Concepts and Their Applications in Feminist Discourse : A Meta-Analysis of Major Feminist Media Research in South Korea

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In South Korean feminist media research, the reception of Foucault's theories has evolved from early discourse analysis to broader applications in digital environments, but currently remains limited to use as an analytical tool rather than fostering deep theoretical debate. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Sagahng Jung

doi:10.52874/medsoc.2026.05.34.2.65

May 31, 2026Media & Society

Foucault’s Concepts and Their Applications in Feminist Discourse : A Meta-Analysis of Major Feminist Media Research in South Korea

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This study aims to examine the intersection of feminism and Foucault's theories, assessing their application in feminist media research in South Korea.
Conducted a meta-analysis of 150 feminist papers, focusing on 37 related to feminist media studies.
Analyzed core issues in feminist discourse through Foucault's concepts, such as power and knowledge.
Investigated the evolution of theoretical language from discourse analysis to digital context.
Foucault's theories were introduced in the late 1990s and have evolved into more nuanced applications, particularly post-2021.
Recent research has increasingly focused on digital contexts like platforms and AI, revitalizing Foucault's concepts.
Application in media studies tends to prioritize analytical tools over deep theoretical debates, indicating potential for further theoretical expansion.

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Meta-analysis examines the application of Foucault in feminist media research in South Korea, suggesting areas for theoretical expansion.

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