An examination of the role of online social media in journalists’ source mix

2009 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 314-316 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruthann Weaver Lariscy ◽  
Elizabeth Johnson Avery ◽  
Kaye D. Sweetser ◽  
Pauline Howes
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Online Social Media

‘To activists: Please post and share your story’: Renewing understandings on civic participation and the role of Facebook in the Indignados movement

2017 ◽  
Vol 32 (6) ◽  
pp. 583-597 ◽  
Author(s):  
Venetia Papa
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civic Participation ◽  
Political Community ◽  
Political Activity ◽  
The Political ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Political Issues ◽  
International Financial Crisis ◽  
Online Social Media

The global upsurge in protest, which has accompanied the current international financial crisis, has highlighted the extensive use of online social media in activism, leaving aside the extent to which citizenship is enacted, empowered and potentially transformed by social media use within these movements. Drawing on citizenship and communication theories, this study employs a cross-country analysis of the relationship between citizenship, civic practices and social media within the Indignados movement in Greece and France. By the use of semi-structured interviews, we attempt to discern the degree of involvement of actors with the political community in question and explore the complex layers of their motivations and goals around participation. Content analysis employed in the movement’s Facebook groups allows us to critically evaluate the potential of social media in (re)defining the meaning and practice of civic participation. Findings indicate that the failure of traditional forms of civic participation to attain and resolve everyday political issues becomes its potential to transfer the political activity in other sites of struggle. The role of Facebook is double: it can reinforce civic talk and debate through activists’ digital story telling (around shared feelings and personal stories) significant for meaningful activist participation online and offline. Second, it can support new forms of alternative politics inspired by more participatory modes of engagement.

scholarly journals The Role of Online Social Media to Support Seaweed Farmers in Indonesia: A Conflict Resolution Strategy

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 1119-1128
Author(s):  
Dwia Aries Tina Pulubuhu ◽  
Sutinah Sutinah ◽  
Seniwati Seniwati ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Online Media ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Conflict Resolution Strategy ◽  
Seaweed Production ◽  
Resolution Strategy

The current study aims to introduce online social media to support seaweed farmers and as a conflict resolution strategy. Seaweed farmers have the power to develop seaweed because the product has a positive impact on the socioeconomic. This study observes the roles of online media in supporting seaweed production. This research found that an increase in seaweed production can improve the economic conditions of the community. The weaknesses of seaweed farmers are their low capital, low skills, low level of education, and low support for infrastructure. One skill required is the mastery of technology, especially online media. Online media are one of the vital tools that can help seaweed business processes. Therefore, seaweed farmers should know how to use online social media. The potential cultivation of seaweed is very much enhanced by a pattern of cooperation between seaweed farmers, other farmers, and other collaborations. The threats faced by the research area include the diminishing desire of the younger generation to cultivate seaweed, the very low skill related to using online social media, and extreme weather as an annual problem. We find that the role of online media is crucial to minimizing the risk factors for conflict.

scholarly journals A Trigger or a Muffler? - Examining the Dynamics of Crosscutting Exposure and Political Expression in Online Social Media

2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-27
Author(s):  
Soo Young Bae
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Online Social Networks ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Social Networking Site ◽  
Online Social Networking ◽  
Political Expression ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Candidate Support

This study explores the potential of online social media to serve as a sphere for political discourse and investigates the extent to which everyday uses of online social networking sites can expose citizens to politically diverse viewpoints.  In addition, this study asks whether such crosscutting exposure in online social networks will act as a trigger or a muffler for political expression – that is, whether exposure political difference will stimulate or discourage political discussions.  With analyses of a sample of online social networking site users in the context of the 2012 presidential election in South Korea, this study explicates the link between crosscutting exposure and citizens’ political expressions in social media.  Results reveal that contrary to the predictions in previous literature, exposure to politically incongruent viewpoints in online social networking sites does not seem to undermine users’ expressive behaviors but instead positively contribute to political expression.  In addition, this study shows the significant role of citizens’ perceptions of candidate support in their own networks, and illustrates that the dynamics of political expression differ significantly depending on the users’ age.

From likes to love: trust catalysing the digital romantic journey

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Burna Nayar ◽  
Surabhi Koul
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Romantic Relationships ◽  
Romantic Relationship ◽  
Online Dating ◽  
Self Disclosure ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Social Intimacy

Purpose The behavioural changes embraced by the current generation has prompted researchers to revisit the paradigm of human relationships, especially romantic liaisons. The present study revisits the construct of romantic relationships steered by social media platforms, through the dimensions of self-disclosure, social intimacy and trust. The role of trust as a mediator to determine the success of online dating is also explored in this study. Design/methodology/approach The study uses the data collected from 225 respondents (86 females and 139 males) in the age group of 18 to 30 years. The respondents were asked to fill a questionnaire (provided they fulfilled the necessary conditions and expressed their consent to be a participant in this study). Findings The study validates that the extent of self-disclosure propels the degree of social intimacy. The results also confirm a significant partial mediation effect of trust on the relationship between social intimacy and the success of online dating. Thus, practitioners need to keep in mind that the probability of online dating success is higher when individuals disclose more and engage in an intimate relationship driven by trust. Research limitations/implications The study sample is restricted to young adults ranging from 18 to 30 years, based on the author’s convenience. The study was restricted to three most popular social media platforms in India where disclosure is limited to private timelines or messages. Another limitation of this study is that a multi-variate model of analysis could not be used due to the lack of parallel variables. Further studies can also compare online versus offline dating behaviour and determinants that influence the romantic relationship between two partners. Practical implications The new perspective could be to ascertain specific built-in mechanisms providers should develop to ensure that the new generation benefits from new technology rather than falling victim to its toxins. Social implications The study re-establishes the importance of the role of trust in any romantic relationship – may it be online or the more traditional, offline or face-to-face mode. Originality/value The study delves into the domain of existing romantic relationships established through the modernistic viewpoint of online social media platforms. The findings bring a fresh perspective on the dynamics of online romantic relationships through the mélange of self-disclosure, social intimacy and trust. Previous literature suggests that trust is dependent on self-disclosure, which is in contrast with the results of the current study. The present study corroborates that trust leads to the success of online dating.

The Role of Women from a Social Media Jihad Perspective

2016 ◽  
pp. 161-184
Author(s):  
Robyn Torok
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Political Context ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Female Roles ◽  
Security Context ◽  
Role Of Women ◽  
High Level

Female roles in online social media forums are continually changing and often reflect the global social and political context. In addition, the security context also plays an important part in the role of females online. Social media evidence suggests that females are very active online in terms of recruitment. This chapter looks at two case studies focusing on the roles of women as wives and warriors and the changing dynamic between the two roles. Overall, women demonstrate a high level of gender utility and can change roles as required by the security and political context.

The Role of Women From a Social Media Jihad Perspective

2018 ◽  
pp. 1312-1333
Author(s):  
Robyn Torok
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Political Context ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Female Roles ◽  
Security Context ◽  
Role Of Women ◽  
High Level

Female roles in online social media forums are continually changing and often reflect the global social and political context. In addition, the security context also plays an important part in the role of females online. Social media evidence suggests that females are very active online in terms of recruitment. This chapter looks at two case studies focusing on the roles of women as wives and warriors and the changing dynamic between the two roles. Overall, women demonstrate a high level of gender utility and can change roles as required by the security and political context.

scholarly journals The Internet: Challenges and Opportunities Faced by Modelers of Social Influence

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Billy Campoli
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Influence ◽  
Review Article ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Right Wing ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Trace Back ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
New Challenges

Even before the emergence of worldwide phenomena such as Brexit and the rise of populist right-wing politics, scholars have been long interested in the phenomena of social influence. In the last decade, the rise of online social media has posed new challenges and opportunities for researchers and modelers wishing to study social influence. In this review article, we trace back the study of social influence to its roots in early diffusionist theory. Then, in order to contextualize the issues faced by modern researchers of social influence, we attempt summarize it's more classic models and explanations. Finally, we shift our focus to the role of the internet, both as a source of new opportunities and of new challenges for researchers interested in studying social influence.

scholarly journals Mass Media and Social Media Impact on Health Literacy And Patient Empowerment of Diabetic Patients

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Ahmed Fouad ◽  
Ahmed Taher ◽  
Ingy Shafei
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Disease Management ◽  
Lifestyle Modification ◽  
Patient Empowerment ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Online Social Media

Abstract This research assesses the role of health literacy in diabetic patient’s lifestyle modification and disease management as a form of patient empowerment. The study evaluated health literacy, patient empowerment, and sources of information for diabetic patients. The research utilized a quantitative methodology using purposive sampling for 408 diabetic patients in diabetes institutes and online social media platforms addressing diabetic patients. The study included two phases, offline and online, with comparisons of online versus offline diabetic literacy. A conceptual model assessing the role of health literacy in diabetic patient’s lifestyle modification and disease management as a form of patient empowerment was developed. The research will contribute to diabetic patient’s health literacy, promotion of creating social network models, educational and patient support initiatives, online literacy, and effective diabetic self-managers.

Fast-Fashion Meets Social Networking Users

2017 ◽  
pp. 62-88
Author(s):  
Tehreem Cheema
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Global Economy ◽  
User Generated Content ◽  
Purchase Decisions ◽  
Fashion Industry ◽  
Fast Fashion ◽  
Online Social Media ◽  
Advanced Technologies

With the emergence of e-commerce, the fast fashion industry has experienced a revolution in terms of its management and how it is marketed. Rapid advancements in internet-related infrastructures and services have propelled explosive growth in what is considered to be one of the fastest growing industries in the global economy. The future of fast fashion is now being influenced by advanced technologies. The growing role of online social media and networks in marketing has important implications for how consumers, channels, and companies interface. Shoppers harness social media and user-generated content to make key purchase decisions. This chapter contributes to the existing literature on the influence of digital marketing on fast fashion, and it provides a number of pertinent marketing recommendations in regard to the practice of apparel retailers.

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