2012journal article|145 цитирований
Motivations and Usage Patterns of Weibo
Lixuan Zhang, Iryna Pentina
Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking, vol. 15, pp. 312 - 317
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This study examines why Chinese users adopt and engage with Weibo, China's leading microblogging platform. While some motivations parallel those found on Twitter, such as information seeking and social connection, others like entertainment and social surveillance are more prominent in the Chinese context. The research reveals that user demographics influence usage motivations, providing insights for understanding social media behavior across cultural contexts.
Key Findings
- Chinese microblogging platform Weibo users are motivated by information seeking, social interaction, and self-expression
- Usage patterns on Weibo differ from those observed on Western platforms like Twitter
- Entertainment and social surveillance are significant motivational drivers unique to the Chinese context
- Demographic factors such as age and education influence motivations for Weibo use
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