Overview of Computational Communication Research

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key concepts related to Computational Communication Research (CCR), its methodologies, and implications.

Computational Communication Research (CCR)

A sub-field of computational social science focused on novel methodologies to study communication.

Computational Social Science (CSS)

A framework that employs computational methods to analyze social phenomena.

User Analytics

Methods for collecting and analyzing online user behavior based on logs data.

Content Mining

The process of analyzing and interpreting large sets of text or multimedia data to derive patterns and meanings.

Computational Experiments

Experiments conducted using digital platforms that leverage computational methods for data collection and analysis.

5W Questions

Framework in communication research that identifies who, what, to whom, through which channel, and with what effects.

Found Data

Data collected by others for purposes other than the current research project.

Made Data

Data specifically collected by researchers for their own studies.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Cooperative effort between different academic disciplines to enhance the quality and scope of research.

E-Social Science

A term for applying computational methods to social science research.

Censorship

The suppression or prohibition of speech or writing deemed inappropriate or unacceptable by authorities.

Misinformation

False or misleading information spread deliberately to deceive.

User-Generated Content (UGC)

Content created and shared by users on digital platforms.

Longitudinal Data Analysis

Analysis that looks at data collected over a period of time to identify trends.

Machine Learning Techniques

Algorithms that allow systems to learn and make predictions based on data.

Ethical Considerations

Moral principles guiding research methods, including privacy, consent, and participant welfare.

Algorithmic Influence

The way in which algorithms affect user behavior and content dissemination on social media.

Digital Field Experiments

Experiments conducted in real-world online settings using digital platforms.

Public Opinion Analysis

The study of what the public thinks and feels about specific issues.

Social Media Dynamics

The patterns and behaviors exhibited by users on social media platforms.