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.
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A Networked Self: Identity, Community, and Culture on Social Network Sites
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.
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A Networked Self: Identity, Community, and Culture on Social Network Sites
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A Networked Self: Identity, Community, and Culture on Social Network Sites
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Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780415801812 |
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Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 07/30/2010 |
Series: | A Networked Self |
Pages: | 336 |
Product dimensions: | 5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.80(d) |
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