Social Network Analysis: 

Theories, Methods and Applications

-- An Online Textbook

Alex Liu, Ph.D.




 

Introduction

Sociological Theories for Social Network Analysis

- The Structural Approach

- Six Degrees of Separation

- Power Law

- Weak Ties

- Rule of 150

Techniques of Social Network Analysis

- Social Capital 

- Search within Networks

Datasets and Tools for Social Network Analysis 

- Relational Data

- Software Tools

Applications of Social Network Analysis 

- List of Social Network Business

Conclusion 

Appendix 

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