Characterising Social Reading Platforms ‒ a Taxonomy-Based Approach to Structure the Field Cover Image

Карактеризација платформи за друштвено читање − таксономски приступ структурирању те области
Characterising Social Reading Platforms ‒ a Taxonomy-Based Approach to Structure the Field

Author(s): Kristin Kutzner, Kristina Petzold, Ralf Knackstedt
Contributor(s): Olivera Krivošić (Translator)
Subject(s): Other, Communication studies, Sociology
Published by: Библиотекарско друштво Србије
Keywords: digital transformation; creative industries; digital humanities; social reading platforms; taxonomy

Summary/Abstract: Due to digitalisation the way of discussing on books changes. Especially social reading platforms foster a more sociable and collaborative mentality. Manifold platforms exist that differ, for instance by enabling different formats to discuss on books, such as book club, forum or direct text work. As no consolidated overview of social reading platforms exists, this study aims at deriving a taxonomy of social reading platforms to structure the field. Based on (1) an initial literature review and (2) a collection of social reading platforms, we derived (3) the taxonomy that considers essential characteristics. Further, through (4) a cluster analysis, four types of platforms could be identified. Overall, based on the taxonomy researchers and practitioners can be informed within the variety of platforms, to compare, refine and develop further social reading platforms.

  • Issue Year: LXIV/2022
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 73-94
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: Serbian