Conference Agenda

Session
WS-M24: Introduction to Social Network Data Collection with an Emphasis on Social Survey Methods
Time:
Monday, 23/June/2025:
9:00am - 12:00pm

Session Chair: David Benjamin Tindall

Session Abstract

This workshop is intended for relative newcomers to social network analysis. The

workshop will provide an introduction to social network data collection with an

emphasis on social survey methods. The workshop will consider a variety of related

methodological issues such as research design, measurement, sampling, data analysis,

and ethics, as well as the linkage of these issues to data collection. Different

types of data collection techniques will be illustrated such as the name generator,

position generator, and name roster. The different opportunities and constraints

associated with data collection for whole versus ego-networks will be considered.

Some discussion of non-survey techniques may also be provided. Some attention may

also be given to mixed methods.


Presentations

Introduction to Social Network Data Collection with an Emphasis on Social Survey Methods.

David Benjamin Tindall

This workshop is intended for relative newcomers to social network analysis. The

workshop will provide an introduction to social network data collection with an

emphasis on social survey methods. The workshop will consider a variety of related

methodological issues such as research design, measurement, sampling, data analysis,

and ethics, as well as the linkage of these issues to data collection. Different

types of data collection techniques will be illustrated such as the name generator,

position generator, and name roster. The different opportunities and constraints

associated with data collection for whole versus ego-networks will be considered.

Some discussion of non-survey techniques may also be provided. Some attention may

also be given to mixed methods.