From Social Networks to Publishing Platforms: A Review of the History and Scholarship of Academic Social Network Sites

Jordan, Katy

doi:10.3389/fdigh.2019.00005

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“…This is exemplified by IS in 'real-world' computerised systems where there is a lack of understanding relating to societal issues as evidenced by the problems experienced by social networking platforms (https://www.theguardian.com/ commentisfree/2018/aug/04/) (BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51511756). Ignoring the historical perspective of social network platforms and their publishing status [132], improper use of the platforms is reflected in disinhibition, abuse, and subjective reinforcement (based on expressed preferences and historical use patterns) or influence maximisation [133].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Informatics and the Challenge of Determinism

Moore¹,

Hai²

2020

Sci

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Motivation: There is a paradox at the heart of informatics where practical implementation generally fails to understand the socio-technical impact of novel technologies and disruptive innovation when adopted in `real-world’ systems. This phenomenon, termed technological determinism, is manifested in a time-lag between the adoption of novel technologies and an understanding of the underlying theory which develops following research into their adoption. Methods: We consider informatics theory as it relates to: social informatics and how humans’ function in society, the relationship between society and technology, information systems, information systems design, and human–computer interactions. The challenges posed by novel technologies and disruptive innovation are considered as they relate to information systems and information systems design. Open research questions with directions for future research are discussed with an introduction to and our proposed approach to socio-technical information system design. Significance: We conclude that the adoption of disruptive innovation presents both opportunities and threats for all stakeholders in computerised systems. However, determinism is a topic requiring research to generate a suitable level of understanding and technological determinism remains a significant challenge.

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Informatics and the Challenge of Determinism

Moore¹,

Hai²

2020

Sci

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“…Several studies concerned with knowledge sharing and acquisition on SSNS, focus on specific features of the platforms, like question and answers [40,45], relational capital and needs-based mechanisms for self-disclosure behavior [39] or networking (metrics and interactions, platform demographics and social structure, user perspectives and Open Access) [46].…”

Section: Scientific Social Networking Sites Knowledge Sharing and Knmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For this specific case we use the expression "knowledge utilization" [55]. The second situation consists in the acquisition of new competences in conducting scientific research [46,54]. The attitude of researchers towards SSNS is expected to influence knowledge use, both considered as knowledge utilization and competence acquisition (see Section 2.1).…”

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confidence: 99%

An Investigation on the Use by Academic Researchers of Knowledge from Scientific Social Networking Sites

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Scientific social networking sites like ResearchGate or Academia.edu have become part of the work practice of academic researchers. These digital platforms have been designed precisely to encourage the exchange of knowledge between scholars and to help the expansion of collaborative networks among them. Even if studies on this topic have multiplied in recent years, there is a dearth of research on the actual impact of these platforms on scientific production. The goal of this study is to investigate the relationship between the attitude of researchers towards scientific social networks and the use of knowledge in their scientific work. Data from users of the scientific social networking site ResearchGate were collected. A total of 143 valid responses were received and structural equation modeling was applied for data analysis. Findings of this study confirmed that researchers use knowledge obtained from scientific social networking sites both incorporating it within their research products and to acquire new competences. In particular approaching the platform as a scientific community with a shared language and a shared vision was found to have a positive impact on knowledge use. To the best knowledge of the authors this is the first study investigating the actual use of knowledge from scientific social networking sites by academic researchers. Results help us to understand the impact of these platforms on the work practice of a strategic sector like scientific research.

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“…Several studies concerned with knowledge sharing and acquisition on SSNSs, focus on specific features of the platforms, like question and answers [40], document sharing [39] or networking [44].…”

Section: Scientific Social Networking Sites Knowledge Sharing and Knmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…SSNSs are designed to support continued interaction among their members. Functions like "follow" a member on Researchgate [50] or different forms of feedback and alerts, allow the formation of virtual links [44], increase visibility of researchers and institutions [56] and generate loyalty towards the community [42]. Researchers participate without an immediate, specific objective: they participate because they value membership in the community.…”

Section: Research Modelmentioning

confidence: 99%

An Investigation on the Use by Academic Researchers of Knowledge from Scientific Social Networking Sites

Corvello¹,

Chimenti²,

Giglio³

et al. 2020

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Scientific social networking sites like Researchgate or Academia.edu have become part of the work practice of academic researchers. These digital platforms have been designed precisely to encourage the exchange of knowledge between scholars and to help the expansion of collaborative networks among them. Even if studies on this topic have multiplied in recent years, there is a dearth of research on the actual impact of these platforms on scientific production. The goal of this study is to investigate the relation between the attitude of researchers towards scientific social networks and the use of knowledge in their scientific work. Data from users of the scientific social networking site Researchgate were collected. A total of 143 valid responses were received and structural equation modeling was applied for data analysis. Findings of this study confirmed that researchers use knowledge obtained from scientific social networking sites both incorporating it within their research products and to acquire new competences. In particular approaching the platform as a scientific community with a shared language and a shared vision was found to have a positive impact on knowledge use. To the best knowledge of the authors this is the first study investigating the actual use of knowledge from scientific social networking sites by academic researchers. Results help to understand the impact of these platforms on the work practice of a strategic sector like scientific research.

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From Social Networks to Publishing Platforms: A Review of the History and Scholarship of Academic Social Network Sites

Cited by 65 publications

References 62 publications

Informatics and the Challenge of Determinism

Informatics and the Challenge of Determinism

An Investigation on the Use by Academic Researchers of Knowledge from Scientific Social Networking Sites

An Investigation on the Use by Academic Researchers of Knowledge from Scientific Social Networking Sites

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