Digital Ethnography

Until recently, the extension of the anthropological field to include online experiences, which began in the 1990s (Fischer 2007), appeared relatively new. Consequently, anthropologists did not unanimously agree on the appropriate methodological strategy and approach for studying online culture. Ethnographers’…

  Typically, we perceive theory as an ongoing progression of scholarly discussions and debates. Consequently, we readily acknowledge that comprehending theory necessitates an examination of its historical roots, encompassing both internal and external disciplinary influences. Conversely, when it comes to…

Anthropology’s delayed interest in the internet and digital culture, compared to disciplines like sociology and other social sciences, can be attributed to the notion described by Michel-Rolph Trouillot (2003) as the relation between the discipline and the “savage slot.” According…

  To understand the development of ethnographic methods within digital anthropology, I’d like to suggest that we look at a few examples of research and scholarly work in digital anthropology conducted in different decades starting from the 1990s when anthropology…

Ethnography, as a methodology, is known for its versatility, as it adapts to the specific context, available tools, and research topics at hand. Throughout its history, ethnography has continuously evolved in response to the changing circumstances that shape its practice.…