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A Faceted Classification Scheme for Computer-Mediated Discourse

Museum Anthropology Review (Indiana University)Published 8 January 2007
Susan C. Herring
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TL;DR

A classification scheme for computer-mediated discourse that classifies samples in terms of clusters of features, or “facets” is described to synthesize and articulate aspects of technical and social context that influence discourse usage in CMC environments.

Abstract

Language@Internet , 4 , article 1 (2007) - This article describes a classification scheme for computer-mediated discourse that classifies samples in terms of clusters of features, or “facets”. The goal of the scheme is to synthesize and articulate aspects of technical and social context that influence discourse usage in CMC environments. The classification scheme is motivated, presented in detail with support from existing literature, and illustrated through a comparison of two types of weblog (blog) data. In concluding, the advantages and limitations of the scheme are weighed.

Keywords

Computer Science