ABSTRACT

The choice of a social network analysis approach for the exploration of relationships in educational settings provides the opportunity for a unique perspective about informal networks of relationships. Rather than considering only the attributes of individuals or organizations, social network analysis affords the opportunity to also examine the social structure and social relations in which resources are embedded. Networks of relationships between educational professionals, researchers, policymakers, or philanthropic foundations now cross numerous boundaries such that global decisions and forces have implications at local levels, including inside classrooms. Understanding the flow of ideas and resources among individuals and between organizations may illuminate the conditions required to support innovative, sustainable, and equitable education networks. A consideration of ethical and methodological choices leads to propositions for the development of an understanding of the limitations, responsibilities and possibilities of choosing social network analysis.

摘要

选择一种用于探索教育环境中的人际关系的社交网络分析方法，为有关非正式人际关系网络的独特观点提供了机会。社交网络分析不仅考虑个人或组织的属性，还提供了检查资源嵌入的社会结构和社会关系的机会。教育专业人员，研究人员，政策制定者或慈善基金会之间的关系网络现在跨越了无数边界，以至于全球决策和力量在包括教室内在内的地方层面都具有影响力。了解个人之间以及组织之间思想和资源的流动可能会阐明支持创新，可持续，和公平的教育网络。对道德和方法选择的考虑导致提出了对选择社交网络分析的局限性，责任和可能性的理解的主张。