In pursuit of a healthier and participatory democracy, scholars have long established the
positive effects of social capital, values derived from resources embedded in social ties with …

By analyzing representative national survey data, this study explores the ways in which
social media and social capital jointly affect civic participation. In particular, the study …

Recently, scholars tested how digital media use for informational purposes similarly
contributes to foster democratic processes and the creation of social capital. Nevertheless, in …

The established link between social media use and social capital reflects the understanding
that these media are useful for establishing and maintaining relationships. Yet, social media …

This meta-analytic study reviews empirical research published from 2007 to 2013 with an
aim of providing robust conclusions about the relationship between social media use and …

Social capital theory as it was developed in the 1990s assumed that face-to-face interaction
is a crucial requirement for the development of generalized trust and other pro-social …

Numerous studies have examined the uses of social media for citizen engagement,
concluding that they act as effective platforms for developing civic skills, promoting bridging …

Two trends intersect in this chapter. One is the dramatic increase in Internet use since the
1990s, affecting the way people live, work, and play in the developed world. Approximately …

Research examining online social capital has grown since the introduction of information
communication technologies (ICTs) into our everyday lives. This paper discusses recent …

The existing literature is oriented toward examining how Internet access and use may affect
social capital. The role of social capital in narrowing the digital divides has been frequently …