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What is an example of a research question that could not have been addressed before widespread usage of internet/mobile technologies?
What is an example of a research question that could not have been addressed before widespread usage of internet/mobile technologies?
What is a benefit of the democratisation of research through digital technologies?
What is a benefit of the democratisation of research through digital technologies?
What is a drawback of the democratisation of research through digital technologies?
What is a drawback of the democratisation of research through digital technologies?
What is an example of a platform that allows the public to contribute to scientific research?
What is an example of a platform that allows the public to contribute to scientific research?
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What is a potential limitation of crowdsourcing research through platforms like Zooniverse?
What is a potential limitation of crowdsourcing research through platforms like Zooniverse?
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What is a potential application of digital technologies in research?
What is a potential application of digital technologies in research?
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What is an example of digital technologies being studied as phenomena themselves?
What is an example of digital technologies being studied as phenomena themselves?
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What is the dimension of online research methods for online surveys?
What is the dimension of online research methods for online surveys?
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What is the main objective of using new digital technologies in social science research?
What is the main objective of using new digital technologies in social science research?
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What is an example of digital technologies supporting the research process?
What is an example of digital technologies supporting the research process?
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What is a potential benefit of using digital technologies in social science research?
What is a potential benefit of using digital technologies in social science research?
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What is an example of a research question that can be addressed using internet and/or mobile technologies?
What is an example of a research question that can be addressed using internet and/or mobile technologies?
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What is a characteristic of digital technologies in social science research?
What is a characteristic of digital technologies in social science research?
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What is a benefit of using digital technologies in social science research?
What is a benefit of using digital technologies in social science research?
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Study Notes
Digital Technologies in Research
- Digital technologies can be studied as phenomena themselves, e.g., examining how social media platforms like Twitter influence public opinion or how virtual reality impacts human perception.
Digital Technologies as a Tool of Research
- Online surveys:
- Quantitative dimension
- Traditional approach in online environment (e.g., converting paper surveys to web surveys)
- Obtrusive data collection
- Active data collection
Digital Technologies Supporting the Research Process
- Digital technologies support various stages of the research process, such as data analysis and visualization.
- Examples of software used for data analysis:
- NVivo for qualitative data analysis
- SPSS for statistical analysis
Objectives of Using New Digital Technologies in Social Science Research
- Increase productivity of knowledge in the shortest time possible while minimizing costs.
- Improve data collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of empirical data.
- Facilitate cooperation among researchers.
Research Questions Addressed Using Internet and/or Mobile Technologies
- "How does the real-time dissemination of information through social media during a crisis influence public behavior and perception?"
- "How do online social networks influence political participation, particularly among younger demographics?"
- "Can online language analysis be used to identify and predict potential mental health issues in a population?"
- "Can personalized learning platforms using big data analytics improve student outcomes and engagement?"
Democratisation of Research and Its Drawbacks
- Benefits:
- Enable citizen science, allowing the public to participate in data collection and research processes.
- Lead to a more inclusive and diverse set of data and perspectives.
- Drawbacks:
- Questionable quality (validity and reliability) of research results.
- Example: Crowdsourcing platforms like Zooniverse, which allow the public to contribute to scientific research, may have varying quality of classifications.
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Description
Learn about digital technologies as objects of research and tools of research, including their influence on public opinion and human perception. Explore the dimensions of online research methods.
