Civic participation through social media : the role of social capital and civic efficacy.

• Main Authors: Loke, Samantha Sherie Hui Ling., Lee, Chin Kim., Yew, Xiao Qian., Chua, Jemin Yong Xin.
• Other Authors: Marko M Skoric
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: 2012
• Subjects: DRNTU::Social sciences::Sociology::Social change; DRNTU::Social sciences::Communication::Communication theories and models
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10356/49758
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

This study investigates the role of social media in promoting civic participation and efficacy among Singaporeans, specifically examining the informational, entertainment and relational uses of these media. The concept of social capital – bridging and bonding – is used to explain the relationships....