Video Data Analysis

Anne Nassauer is a sociologist with a research focus on interactions, deviant and collective behavior, and the use of 21st century video data for scientific inquiry. Her research lies at the intersection between sociology, social psychology, and criminology. She often combines Video Data Analysis and interdisciplinary theoretical perspectives with the ultimate goal to better understand social processes and interaction. Nicolas M. Legewie’s research focuses on the impact of social networks on social inequality and mobility. He also does extensive work on research methodology, with a focus on Video Data Analysis, mixed methods, digital social science research, and research ethics.

• Part I: Novel OpportunitiesChapter 1: The Rise of Video Data in Social Science ResearchA New EraNovel OpportunitiesChapter 2: Video Data Analysis – A multidisciplinary FrameworkWhat is Video Data Analysis?What makes video data unique?What are limitations of video data and VDA?Part II: Conducting Video Data AnalysisChapter 3: Step 1 – Theoretical Perspectives, Object of Analysis, and Analytical LensChoosing the theoretical perspectiveReflecting on the object of studySelecting facets of analytical dimensionsChapter 4: Step 2 – Ethical ConsiderationsWhat is research ethics?Research Ethics and Video Data AnalysisAssessing a VDA Study from an Ethical StandpointChapter 5: Step 3 – Data Collection and ManagementCase Selection and Validity in VDACollecting Custom-Made DataCollecting Ready-Made DataTriangulationData ManagementChapter 6: Step 4 – Analyzing Video DataCoding and conceptsTiming and sequenceCounts and quantificationsRhythm and turn-takingStudying ActorsSocial relations and networksSpacingAdditional analytical toolsChapter 7: Step 5 – Presentation of FindingsHow was the presented data collected?Where do you present your VDA findings?Part III: Future Developments in VDAChapter 8: Video Data Analysis and Computer VisionComputer vision in a nutshellHow can computer vision help VDA?What are main challenges?Chapter 9: Conclusion: The Future of Video Data in Social Science ResearchLooking aheadThe Dawn of Video Data Analysis

The book is beneficial for both beginning and advanced researchers in social sciences seeking an introduction to video data analysis. It addresses issues arising at various stages of a research project, helps with conceptualization, considers important questions to think about, and provides tools for analyzing video data.