Computational Communication Research

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from the lecture on computational communication research, summarizing important definitions and methodologies in the field.

Computational Communication Research

An incomplete inductive process blending theoretical and data-driven methods of discovery in communication science.

Johari Window

A model illustrating knowledge categories: known-knowns, known-unknowns, unknown-knowns, and unknown-unknowns.

Known-Knowns

Verified and validated facts or truths that are known.

Known-Unknowns

Facts or truths that are recognized as not known yet.

Unknown-Knowns

Information that is significant only in hindsight.

Unknown-Unknowns

Things that are not known to be possible or even probable and can't provide examples until afterward.

Big Data

A term referring to the ability to collect, store, and analyze vast amounts of data.

Computational Discovery

A method that focuses on identifying patterns and signals in large data sets, allowing for unexpected insights.

Inductive Approach

A reasoning approach that attempts to derive general principles from specific observations.

Deductive Approach

A reasoning approach that starts with general principles to predict specific outcomes.

Social Capital

The networks of relationships among people that enable them to work together to achieve shared objectives.

Content Analysis

Research method used to analyze the content of communication, focusing on the context and intent of messages.

Predictive Network Analysis

A method to predict node characteristics or network behavior based on network structure.

Trust and Credibility

Factors that affect how information is perceived and trusted in digital environments, particularly in social media.

Data Journalism

Journalism that utilizes data for storytelling, enhancing narratives with quantitative insights.

Digital Breadcrumbs

Data points left in digital interactions that can be analyzed for insights.

Programmer-Journalists

Journalists who use programming skills to enhance their reporting through data analysis and visualization.

Social Organization

The ways in which social media transforms collaboration and content production.