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Author : Alexia Maddox
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-03-03
Research Methods And Global Online Communities written by Alexia Maddox and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-03-03 with Social Science categories.
This book brings into focus the technologically augmented nature of global online communities, advancing research methods that reveal the imprint of emergent social forms and characterise digital frontiers of social engagement. Drawing on insights from across the social sciences, it presents a case study of people with passions for reptiles and amphibians to illustrate for next generation researchers how to conduct community research in the real world. Richly illustrated with ethnographic research, together with extensive survey and interview material drawn from around the world, Research Methods and Global Online Communities explores the changing nature of communities that form around common interests and are embedded in a digital architecture rather than place. In doing so, this book transcends the digital dualism of online/offline models of community and engages with debates on the social impacts of the internet and the adaptive nature of community. As such, it will appeal to social scientists interested in innovative approaches to characterising digital communities through mixed-methods research practice.
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Author : Alexia Maddox
language : en
Publisher: Lund Humphries Publishers
Release Date : 2015-10-01
Research Methods And Global Online Communities written by Alexia Maddox and has been published by Lund Humphries Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-01 with Computers categories.
Richly illustrated with ethnographic research, together with extensive survey and interview material drawn from around the world, Research Methods and Global Online Communities explores the changing nature of communities that form around common interests and are embedded in a digital architecture rather than place. In doing so, this book transcends the digital dualism of online/offline models of community and engages with debates on the social impacts of the internet and the adaptive nature of community.
What Is Online Research
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Author : Tristram Hooley
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2012-06-21
What Is Online Research written by Tristram Hooley and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-21 with Reference categories.
The massive expansion of the internet into every aspect of our lives creates a challenge for social researchers: can they simply transfer their traditional methods and techniques online or do they need to reinvent research methods for the new environment? As online research becomes increasingly prevalent it becomes more important for researchers to have an answer to these questions and an approach to conducting research online. This book is a straightforward, accessible introduction to social research online. It covers the key issues and concerns for social scientists: online surveys, focus groups, interviews, ethnographies and experiments, as well as discussing the implications of social media, and of online research ethics. It provides a detailed, up-to-date glossary and bibliography for those new to the area. Short, clear case studies throughout allow students to see examples of the research in practice. Wide-ranging and interdisciplinary, What is Online Research? shows social scientists of all levels - from undergraduates to established researchers - how to engage in the online environment in appropriate ways, and points the way forward for future research.
Handbook Of Research On Methods And Techniques For Studying Virtual Communities Paradigms And Phenomena
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Author : Daniel, Ben Kei
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2010-11-30
Handbook Of Research On Methods And Techniques For Studying Virtual Communities Paradigms And Phenomena written by Daniel, Ben Kei and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-11-30 with Computers categories.
"This book satisfies the need for methodological consideration and tools for data collection, analysis and presentation in virtual communities, covering studies on various types of virtual communities, making this reference a comprehensive source of research for those in the social sciences and humanities"--Provided by publisher.
Sage Internet Research Methods
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Author : Jason Hughes
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2012-06-25
Sage Internet Research Methods written by Jason Hughes and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-25 with Reference categories.
Historically, social researchers have shown a willingness to exploit new technologies to enhance, facilitate and support their various activities. However, arguably no other technological development has influenced the landscape of social research as rapidly and fundamentally as the Internet. This collection avoids both uncritical embrace and wholesale dismissal by considering some of the key literature in the field of Internet research methods. Volume One: Core Issues, Debates and Controversies in Internet Research introduces themes and issues that run across all four volumes such as: epistemology, ontology and methodology in the online world; access, social divisions and the ′digital divide′; and the ethics of online research. Volume Two: Taking Research Online - Internet Survey and Sampling addresses the range of resources, digital archives and Internet-based data sources that exist online from relatively straightforward and practical guides to such material through to more polemical pieces which consider problems relating to the use, access and analysis of online data and resources. Volume Three: Taking Research Online - Qualitative Approaches considers the broad range of approaches to conducting researching via or ′in′ the Internet. The focus is on conventional methods that have been ′taken online′, and which in doing so, have become transformed in scope and character. Volume Four: Research ′On′ and ′In′ the Internet - Investigating the Online World follows logically from that which precedes it in exploring how social research has been ′taken online′, not simply through the deployment of existing methods and techniques via the Internet, but in researchers′ increasing recognition and investigation of the online world as a sphere of human interaction - a socio-cultural arena to be explored ′from the desktop′ as it were.
Handbook Of Research On Methods And Techniques For Studying Virtual Communities
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Author : Ben Kei Daniel
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011
Handbook Of Research On Methods And Techniques For Studying Virtual Communities written by Ben Kei Daniel and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with categories.
"This book satisfies the need for methodological consideration and tools for data collection, analysis and presentation in virtual communities, covering studies on various types of virtual communities, making this reference a comprehensive source of research for those in the social sciences and humanities"--Provided by publisher.
Studies In Virtual Communities Blogs And Modern Social Networking Measurements Analysis And Investigations
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Author : Dasgupta, Subhasish
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2013-05-31
Studies In Virtual Communities Blogs And Modern Social Networking Measurements Analysis And Investigations written by Dasgupta, Subhasish and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-05-31 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Social networks are a nearly universal element of modern, information-driven societies, one that presents many opportunities and advantagesand challenges and hazardsfor organizations as well as individuals. Studies in Virtual Communities, Blogs, and Modern Social Networking: Measurements, Analysis, and Investigations provides a cross-cultural perspective of social networking, including ethical considerations and business implications. Readers will find a detailed treatment of technical, social, and legal issues inherent in online virtual communities, exploring methods of effectively implementing the latest social tools in their everyday practices, both professional and personal, in the interest of improved security and sustainability in digital collaborative environments.
Online Research Methods In Urban And Planning Studies Design And Outcomes
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Author : Silva, Carlos Nunes
language : en
Publisher: IGI Global
Release Date : 2012-01-31
Online Research Methods In Urban And Planning Studies Design And Outcomes written by Silva, Carlos Nunes and has been published by IGI Global this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-31 with Political Science categories.
"This book provides an overview of online research methods in urban and planning studies, exploring and discussing new digital tools and Web-based research methods, as well as the scholarly, legal, and ethical challenges associated with their use"--Provided by publisher.
Internet Communication And Qualitative Research
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Author : Chris Mann
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2000-09-05
Internet Communication And Qualitative Research written by Chris Mann and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-09-05 with Social Science categories.
Communication and Qualitative Research is the first textbook to examine the impact of Internet technology on qualitative research methods. Drawing on many pioneering studies using computer-mediated communication (CMC), the authors show how online researchers can employ Internet-based qualitative methods to collect rich, descriptive, contextually-situated data. They discuss the methodological, practical and theoretical considerations associated with such methods as in-depth online interviewing, virtual focus groups, and participant observation in virtual communities. This is a comprehensive and practical guide that: Reviews online research practice and basic Internet technology Looks in detail at the skills required by the online researcher Examines the ethical, confidentiality, security, and legal issues involved in online research Considers the theoretical challenges surrounding data collected in a "virtual venue" Addresses the social and cultural impact of researching online through a discussion of power, gender, and identity issues in the virtual world Internet Communication and Qualitative Research will be an indispensable guide for all students and researchers working in the digital age.
Community Practice In The Network Society
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Author : Peter Day
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2004-08-02
Community Practice In The Network Society written by Peter Day and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-08-02 with Political Science categories.
Around the world, citizens in local communities are utilising ICTs to underpin the creation of a participatory and democratic vision of the network society. Embedded in the richness and diversity of community practice, a vision of a 'civil network society' is emerging. A society where ICTs are harnessed as tools to improve the quality of life and reflect the diversity of social networks; where people are viewed as citizens, not just as consumers, and where heterogeneity is perceived as a strength rather than a weakness. Community Practice in the Network Society looks at the broad context in which this is happening, presents case studies of local projects from around the world, and discusses community ICT research methodologies. Not only does it highlight the symbiotic relationship between community ICT practice and research, but it also provides evidence supporting the case for the development of more inclusive and participatory pathways to the network society.