Part 1: Choosing A Topic
Overview: In this part of the project, you need to introduce a topic area, identify individuals and/or organizations important to that area, and explore possible analytical questions.
Part 1.1: Describing A Topic
1. Selecting a Topic:
- Choose a topic that genuinely interests you. This could be anything from environmental issues to technological advancements.
2. Writing the Overview:
- Aim for at least 300 words (about 1 page).
- Include why you find the topic interesting, its relevance in today’s world, and any specific aspects you might want to explore.
- Think about how social media data could provide insights into your topic.
Part 1.2: Selecting Social Media Users
1. Choosing Users:
- You should choose 5 individuals and/or organizations that you believe are relevant to your topic.
- Consider the diversity of perspectives each user might bring.
2. Describing Social Media Users:
- Write a brief description for each user and why you believe their social media may be relevant to your topic.
Part 1.3: Formulating Analytical Questions
- Creating Questions:
- Develop a few analytical questions that will guide your data analysis. These questions should be specific and measurable.
- Example: If your topic is climate change, a question might be, “How do the social media patterns about climate change differ among the chosen users?”
Optional Steps
- Download Tableau Desktop and start familiarizing yourself with its features (https://www.tableau.com/academic/students)
- Engage in Tableau tutorials to prepare for the data visualization part of your project. (https://www.tableau.com/learn/training)
Remember, the focus of this project is not just on the data itself, but on what the data can tell us. Think about trends, patterns, and insights that can be drawn from the social media activities of the selected users related to your topic.