A Networked Self: Identity, Community and Culture on Social Network Sites
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Author Description
A Networked Self Examines Self Presentation And Social Connection In The Digital Age. This Collection Brings Together New Work On Online Social Networks By Leading Scholars From A Variety Of Disciplines. The Focus Of The Volume Rests On The Construction Of The Self, And What Happens To Self-identity When It Is Presented Through Networks Of Social Connections In New Media Environments. The Volume Is Structured Around The Core Themes Of Identity, Community, And Culture – The Central Themes Of Social Network Sites. Contributors Address Theory, Research, And Practical Implications Of Many Aspects Of Online Social Networks Including Self-presentation, Behavioral Norms, Patterns And Routines, Social Impact, Privacy, Class/gender/race Divides, Taste Cultures Online, Uses Of Social Networking Sites Within Organizations, Activism, Civic Engagement And Political Impact.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates how the construction of self-identity and community dynamics are fundamentally altered when mediated through social network sites. Zizi Papacharissi, a prominent scholar in communication and media studies, curates a collection of interdisciplinary research that examines the intersection of digital platforms and human behavior. The text provides a theoretical and empirical framework for understanding how individuals navigate self-presentation, social norms, and cultural participation within networked environments.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Theoretical analysis of self-presentation and identity formation in digital spaces
- Empirical research on behavioral norms and social routines within online networks
- Examination of societal impacts including privacy, class, gender, and race divides
- Case studies on the role of social media in activism, civic engagement, and organizational communication
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Scholars and students of media studies frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the early sociological implications of social networking platforms. Readers often note the academic rigor of the contributions, which provide a comprehensive overview of the digital self for both researchers and advanced students.
Page Count:
328
Publication Date:
2010-01-01
Publisher:
Routledge
ISBN-10:
0203876520
ISBN-13:
9780203876527
Social Media
Communication Studies
Technology
Sociology
Identity
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