Understanding Social Networks: Theories, Concepts, and Findings

Preface 1) Introduction -Getting Connected -Networks as Information Maps -Leaders and Followers -Networks as Conduits -The Point of View 2) Basic Network Concepts, Part I: Individual Members of Networks -Introduction -What Is a Network? -Sociological Questions about Relationships Connections Propinquity Homophily Individual-Level Homophily Homophily and Collectivities -Dyads and Mutuality -Balance and Triads -Where We Are Now 3) Basic Network Concepts, Part II: Whole Social Networks -Distributions Dyads and Triads Density Structural Holes Weak Ties -Popularity or Centrality -Distance Size of the Interpersonal Environment The -Multiplexity -Roles and Positions Named Positions and Relationships Informal…