CFP: Handbook of Research on Social Computing Theory AndPractice: Interdisciplinary Approaches

> CALL FOR CHAPTER PROPOSALS
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> Proposal Submission Deadline: May 30, 2009
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> Full Chapters Submission Deadline: August 30, 2009
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> Handbook of Research on Social Computing Theory And Practice:
> Interdisciplinary Approaches
> A book edited by Dr. Panagiota Papadopoulou, Dr. Panagiotis Kanellis
> and Dr. Drakoulis Martakos
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> University of Athens, Dept. of Informatics and Telecommunications,
> Greece
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> To be published by IGI Global: http://www.igi-global.com/requests/details.asp?ID=627
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> Introduction
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> Social computing has reached exponential growth in various
> application areas enabling new digital contexts for almost any type
> of interaction and is expected to broaden further in scope and
> impact in various domains, becoming a new paradigm for the next
> generation applications. Social computing creates unique
> opportunities, challenges and implications for a variety of sectors
> which are imperative to be understood if they are to be faced
> successfully. Social computing research issues span diverse
> disciplines such as computer science, information systems,
> sociology, marketing, economics and organization science. This calls
> for an interdisciplinary approach to the social computing field from
> both research and practical perspectives.
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> Objective of the Book
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> This book aims to provide a holistic approach to social computing
> with respect to the underlying theory, technology and mechanisms, as
> well as the challenges, opportunities and impact of social computing
> to any application area. As such, the book will offer a much needed
> interdisciplinary perspective of social computing and deliver a
> concentrated body of knowledge with contributions from diverse
> domains and fields. In this way, the book intends to serve as a
> valuable tool for academics in their research and teaching in
> various disciplines, as well as for professionals in several sectors
> facilitating them in understanding and leveraging the potential that
> social computing holds for their endeavors.
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> Target Audience
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> The target audience of this book will be composed of professionals
> and academics working in the field of social computing in various
> fields, such as information systems, computer science, e-commerce,
> marketing, entertainment, government, management, education,
> sociology and economics. Researchers in various disciplines will
> find the latest, interdisciplinary research on social computing that
> will aid them in their own research endeavors. The book will also
> provide valuable insights to practitioners in various sectors and
> business environments seeking to successfully address the
> opportunities and challenges posed by social computing.
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> Recommended topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
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> Social Computing Research Issues and Challenges
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> Social computing spans a wide spectrum of diverse disciplines and
> sectors. This calls for studies that investigate and reveal research
> issues and methodological challenges emerging for and from social
> computing in various application areas. Studies are needed on how
> social computing research can be facilitated and informed by various
> disciplines.
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> Social Computing applications and context
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> Research is needed to examine design factors and processes for
> social computing applications and for various domains (e.g. e-
> commerce, marketing, government, education, etc). In addition,
> research needs to investigate determinants for the successful
> adoption, use and benefits realization of social computing
> applications in various sectors. Implementation case studies of
> social computing in various sectors are also sought that provide
> insights for research and practice.
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> Social Computing platforms and technologies
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> Studies are needed covering the state of the art of social computing
> platforms, tools and technologies. These should cover the
> characteristics, added-value and development trajectories of
> emerging technologies and platforms of social computing and assess
> the benefits or drawbacks associated with the use of current ones.
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> Social Computing economics
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> Social computing creates new opportunities and poses new challenges
> for organizations in various contexts which are yet to be
> identified. Research is needed on how organizations can effectively
> leverage social computing to generate new value opportunities.
> Example topics include new business models and investment
> justification and performance evaluation for social computing
> initiatives.
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> Social Computing organizational forms and behavior traits
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> Changes in organizational forms and structures and emergent ones
> together with the threats and risks associated with them are needed
> to be described and understood. Research should examine social and
> behavioral aspects of social computing regarding through topics such
> as network analysis, behavioral modeling, social intelligence,
> social engineering and cultural dynamics.
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> Management / Governance of Social Computing
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> Research is required to understand what governance structures and
> management mechanisms and systems are needed for social computing
> and how these can be effectively designed and applied. Research
> issues include, but are not limited to, trust, reputation, privacy,
> risk and security.
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> Submission Procedure
> Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit on or before May
> 30, 2009, a 2-3 page chapter proposal clearly explaining the mission
> and concerns of his or her proposed chapter. Authors of accepted
> proposals will be notified by July 15, 2009 about the status of
> their proposals and sent chapter guidelines. Full chapters are
> expected to be submitted by August 30, 2009. All submitted chapters
> will be reviewed on a double-blind review basis. Contributors may
> also be requested to serve as reviewers for this project. Additional
> information regarding this publication can also be found at http://social-computing.di.uoa.gr
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> Publisher
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> This book is scheduled to be published by IGI Global (formerly Idea
> Group Inc.), publisher of the "Information Science
> Reference" (formerly Idea Group Reference), "Medical Information
> Science Reference," and "IGI Publishing" imprints. For additional
> information regarding the publisher, please visit www.igi-
> global.com. This publication is anticipated to be released in 2010.
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> Important Dates:
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> May 30, 2009: Proposal Submission Deadline
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> July 15, 2009: Notification of Acceptance
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> August 30, 2009: Full Chapter Submission
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> October 30, 2009: Review Result Returned
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> December 31, 2009: Final Chapter Submission
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> March 31, 2010: Final deadline
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> Inquiries and submissions can be forwarded electronically (Word
> document) or by mail to:
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> Dr. Panagiota Papadopoulou
> Department of Informatics and Telecommunications
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> GR-15784 UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS
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> Tel.: +302107275186 . Fax: +302107275214
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> E-mail: peggy@di.uoa.gr