Abstract Social network games embedded within social network sites (SNSs) such as Facebook facili... more Abstract Social network games embedded within social network sites (SNSs) such as Facebook facilitate play with" Friends" within the SNS. In this study, we look at different dimensions of how game play contributes to relationship initiation and development using qualitative data collected from adult Facebook users (N= 18).
Social network sites (SNSs) have the potential to fundamentally change the character of our socia... more Social network sites (SNSs) have the potential to fundamentally change the character of our social lives, both on an interpersonal and a community level. Changes in interaction patterns and social connections are already evident among young people, who are the heaviest users of these sites. As adoption spreads to a wider audience, we expect such changes to be amplified across all segments of society.
Science is a specialized practice. In many cases, it takes years of training to be able to interp... more Science is a specialized practice. In many cases, it takes years of training to be able to interpret findings and see patterns across multiple studies. Those untrained in a scientific specialty (such as members of the general public) may not understand aspects of the scientific process or the outcomes of scientific investigations. This problem is sometimes compounded by the ways scientific findings are presented by the popular press or the fact that seemingly contradictory findings emerge over time.
It's complicated: Facebook users' political participation in the 2008 election
Abstract In the 2008 US presidential election, social network sites such as Facebook allowed user... more Abstract In the 2008 US presidential election, social network sites such as Facebook allowed users to share their political beliefs, support specific candidates, and interact with others on political issues. But do political activities on Facebook affect political participation among young voters, a group traditionally perceived as apathetic in regard to civic engagement? Or do these activities represent another example of feel-good participation that has little real-world impact, a concept often referred to as “slacktivism”?
Slash (dot) and burn: distributed moderation in a large online conversation space
Abstract Can a system of distributed moderation quickly and consistently separate high and low qu... more Abstract Can a system of distributed moderation quickly and consistently separate high and low quality comments in an online conversation? Analysis of the site Slashdot. org suggests that the answer is a qualified yes, but that important challenges remain for designers of such systems. Thousands of users act as moderators. Final scores for comments are reasonably dispersed and the community generally agrees that moderations are fair. On the other hand, much of a conversation can pass before the best and worst comments are identified.
Implementing social media in public sector organizations
Abstract Social media has been widely adopted by organizations in the recent past, and public sec... more Abstract Social media has been widely adopted by organizations in the recent past, and public sector organizations are also showing an increased interest in using this tool to meet their goals. In this paper, we describe three cases of social media adoption by public sector organizations, and the struggles faced in that implementation.
Abstract Social network sites such as Facebook have become an increasingly important channel for ... more Abstract Social network sites such as Facebook have become an increasingly important channel for fulfilling a wide range of communication goals, including requesting help from one's social network to address information needs.
ABSTRACT A consistent theoretical and practical challenge in the design of socio-technical system... more ABSTRACT A consistent theoretical and practical challenge in the design of socio-technical systems is that of motivating users to participate in and contribute to them. This study examines the case of Everything2. com users from the theoretical perspectives of Uses and Gratifications and Organizational Commitment to compare individual versus organizational motivations in user participation. We find evidence that users may continue to participate in a site for different reasons than those that led them to the site.
Abstract Within an organizational setting, social capital facilitates knowledge management proces... more Abstract Within an organizational setting, social capital facilitates knowledge management processes in that it enables individuals to locate useful information, draw on resources and make contributions to the network. This paper explores the relationship between various dimensions of organizational social capital and the use of an internal social network site (SNS).
Abstract Student athletes at US universities are bound by rules affecting their participation in ... more Abstract Student athletes at US universities are bound by rules affecting their participation in their sport and are highly visible to their fellow students and a larger public of fans. This difference makes them more likely than other students to be sensitive to issues of impression management and use of social network sites (SNSs).
In a Web 2.0 environment, the online community is fundamental to the business model, and particip... more In a Web 2.0 environment, the online community is fundamental to the business model, and participants in the online community are often motivated and rewarded by abstract concepts of social capital. How networks of relationships in online communities are structured has important implications for how social capital may be generated, which is critical to both attract and govern the necessary user base to sustain the site.
Abstract Although Facebook is the largest social network site in the US and attracts an increasin... more Abstract Although Facebook is the largest social network site in the US and attracts an increasingly diverse userbase, some individuals have chosen not to join the site. Using survey data collected from a sample of non-academic staff at a large Midwestern university (N= 614), we explore the demographic and cognitive factors that predict whether a person chooses to join Facebook. We find that older adults and those with higher perceived levels of bonding social capital are less likely to use the site.
Abstract Social network sites (SNSs) are bundles of information and communication tools that can ... more Abstract Social network sites (SNSs) are bundles of information and communication tools that can be used to support collaboration, among other uses. In a qualitative study of adult Facebook users (N= 18), we found that some users did turn to the site for information uses that are embedded in social activities, including organizing events, establishing online groups, and seeking information. We also discuss the features of Facebook that respondents discussed as being important to these uses.
ABSTRACT Past research has demonstrated a link between perceptions of social capital and use of t... more ABSTRACT Past research has demonstrated a link between perceptions of social capital and use of the popular social network site, Facebook. Williams' Internet Social Capital Scales, based on Putnam's formulation, tap into sub-dimensions of social capital that have not been broadly used yet may enlighten our understanding of the different ways in which connecting with others online can facilitate access to resources embedded within our social relationships.
Abstract Social network sites such as Facebook are often conceived of as purely social spaces; ho... more Abstract Social network sites such as Facebook are often conceived of as purely social spaces; however, as these sites have evolved, so have the ways in which students are using them.
Social network sites (SNSs) are becoming an increasingly popular resource for both students and a... more Social network sites (SNSs) are becoming an increasingly popular resource for both students and adults, who use them to connect with and maintain relationships with a variety of ties. For many, the primary function of these sites is to consume and distribute personal content about the self.
As civic, economic and recreational activities become increasingly mediated by technologies, ever... more As civic, economic and recreational activities become increasingly mediated by technologies, everyone will need to learn to be an effective participant in participatory processes, many will need to learn to lead them, and some will need to learn to design the platforms on which they run. Taking advantage of civic, economic, and recreational opportunities and avoiding potential threats will depend on their facility with Technology Mediated Social Participation (TMSP).
Abstract Online communities, while primarily enacted through technology-mediated environments, ca... more Abstract Online communities, while primarily enacted through technology-mediated environments, can also include offline meetings between members, promoting interactivity and community building. This study explores the offline interactions of online community members and its subsequent impact on online participation. We argue that offline interactions have a counterintuitive impact on online participation.
Abstract In this paper, we explore the relationship between Facebook users' privacy concerns, rel... more Abstract In this paper, we explore the relationship between Facebook users' privacy concerns, relationship maintenance strategies, and social capital outcomes. Previous research has found a positive relationship between various measures of Facebook use and perceptions of social capital, ie, one's access to social and information-based resources. Other research has found that social network site users with high privacy concerns modify their disclosures on the site.
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