SOC 4340 - [Online Social and Information Networks]

(SBA-AS)

Fall. 4 credits.

Next offered 2014-2015.

M. Macy.

This research seminar will introduce students to the methods of network analysis and on-line data collection, as well as theoretical models of on-line social interaction, including diffusion, homophily, and social influence. Students will design, develop, and carry out a semester-long research project using these methods and models.