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Announcing the #AoIR2024 Student Paper Award
by Michelle, Association of Internet Researchers 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

We are delighted to announce two joint winners for this year’s Student Paper Award: Yarden Skop (University of Siegen, Germany) and Anna Schjøtt Hansen (University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands) for their paper, *How Fact-Checkers are Becoming Machine Learners: A Case of Meta’s Third Party Programme*, and Guanqin He (Utrecht University, The Netherlands) and Yijia Zhang (University of British Columbia, Canada) for their paper,* Beyond Platform Control: Gendered Frictions in Food Delivery Work.* *Yarden Skop and Anna Schjøtt Hansen’s* paper expertly explores recent shifts in political fact-checking, showcasing the shift towards fact-checking as a “sociotechnical phenomenon” combining human workers and machine learning systems, highlighting profound implications for journalists and journalism, and politics and democracies. The paper showcases rigorous research with hard-to-reach populations, combining semi-structured interviews with fact checkers and observational data from an ethnographic enquiry. During our nomination process, we couldn’t help but draw connections between this paper and the work of AoIR Vice President, Professor Sarah T. Roberts, which showcases the hidden realities of human content moderators. Skop and Hansen’s paper likewise, and as one of our reviewers put it, “makes visible the opaque labour conditions and sociotechnical assemblages within the 3PFC program”. The award-winning paper makes a unique and vital contribution to internet research, carries strong potential for wider social impact, and would certainly attract public interest in addition to that of the AoIR audience. You will be able to hear this paper being presented at 11am on Thursday, 31 October. <https://www.conftool.org/aoir2024/index.php?page=browseSessions&form_sessio…> *Guanqin He and Yijia Zhang’*s paper offers a timely and invaluable response to the conference’s consideration of ‘industry’, building upon the growing body of research into labour and the gig economy to highlight how previously-identified strategies of resistance and collaboration are not universally available. The authors use the conceptual framework of frictions to highlight controls facing women working as food delivery workers in China, within the platform and its labour context but also externally and structurally, and how these serve to marginalise and exclude them. Drawing on eight months of fieldwork and interviews with food delivery riders, the paper stands out for its reflections on both gender and labour within the platform economy, with the paper’s reviewers highlighting the insights from a participant population that is both under-represented and hard to recruit. The paper provides findings and considerations that are important additions to our understanding of digital labour and the gig economy, and which push to advance the scope of research in this field. You will be able to hear this paper being presented at 13:30 on Thursday, 31 October. <https://www.conftool.org/aoir2024/index.php?page=browseSessions&form_sessio…> As well as these two winners, a special mention goes to those on our shortlist (alphabetically by surname): - Alexandria Arrieta: “The Limits of Virality: Music Creators and Platform Negotiation in Later Stage TikTok”. - Annina Claesson: “Influencer Creep in Parliament: Platform Pressures in the Visibility Labour of French MPs”. - Rohan Grover: “Unpacking Expertise in the Privacy Tech Industry”. - Deanna Holroyd: “Content Creators vs The Healthcare Industry: A Case Study of the Techno-Cultural Authority of ADHD TikTok”. We extend tremendous congratulations to the authors and look forward to hearing their presentations at #AoIR2024! The AoIR 2024 Conference Committee

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TT Assistant Professor in Game Studies, University of Toronto
by julie yujie Chen 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Hi all, My department - The Institute of Communication, Culture, Information, and Technology (ICCIT) at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) - is hiring a TT assistant professor in *Game Studies*. Application materials are due *Nov. 6, 2024*. Details and submission portal can be found here: https://jobs.utoronto.ca/job/Mississauga-Assistant-Professor-Game-Studies-O… Wonderful department and university to work at. I am happy to answer your questions. -julie ____________________________ Julie Yujie Chen, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Institute of Communication, Culture, Information & Technology (ICCIT) | iSchool University of Toronto, Canada Co-editor, *Platforms & Society <https://journals.sagepub.com/home/PNS>* *Latest Publications [*Equal contributions]:* · *Chen, J. Y., van Doorn, N., Grohmann, R., Pollio, A., & Soriano, C. (2024). Introducing Platforms & Society. *Platforms & Society*, *1* https://doi.org/10.1177/29768624241235492 · Chen, J. Y., & Sun, P. (2023). *Digital labour platforms and national employment policies in China : studying the case of food delivery platforms*. ILO. https://doi.org/10.54394/KHET8772 · Chen, J.Y., Delfanti, A., Phan, M. (2023). “Worker Resistance in Digital Capitalism—Introduction <https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fijoc.org%…>.” Special Section in *International Journal of Communication *17: *3891–3898*

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great job at AU--critical communications and AI!!
by Patricia Aufderheide 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

My friends, please tell all your colleagues about this great job--American University, set in the heart of Washington, DC, a collegial private university; our program, concerned with policies in media and communication that promote the public good, open societies, and democratic structures; and colleagues throughout this public-purpose university and in nonprofit, public-interest organizations throughout the city. The window is closing!! https://american.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AU/job/Assistant-Professor--Ar… Patricia Aufderheide, University Professor, School of Communication (she/they) * New book! Kartemquin Films: Documentaries on the Frontlines of Democracy --30% off! <https://indiepubs.com/cart> Buy it here<https://www.ucpress.edu/books/kartemquin-films/paper>, and use source code UCPSAVE30 from U of Chicago Press at checkout ($19 total!) Living and working on unceded lands of Nacotchtank and Piscataway peoples Founder and Senior Research Fellow, Center for Media & Social Impact American University, 4400 Massachusetts Av., NW, Washington, DC 20016-8017, McKinley Hall 323 paufder(a)american.edu<mailto:paufder@american.edu> 202-885-2069 office/ 240-643-4805 mobile Zoom: https://american.zoom.us/j/96788556467?pwd=eFNpa2JMWlZQRm5pT1Z0b3RVUlRXQT09

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Call for Chapters
by Dr. Chiluwa 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

*Discursive Constructions of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict* Edited by Innocent Chiluwa, Heriot-Watt University Giuliana Tiripelli, De Montfort University To be published by *Cambridge University Press * The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not only the world’s oldest conflict but also the most controversial and the most misunderstood. No other conflict has generated the most news headlines or stirred up so much intense passion and debates in world parliaments, disagreements on campuses, or arguments in international organisations (Waxman, 2019). Symbolic and ideological constructions of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict represent a variety of perspectives as well as diverse interpretations and representations of the conflict across different media, law reports, policy statements, religious journals, etc. These varied and often contested perspectives enable us gain a comprehensive understanding of the conflict – about human struggles and resistance to forces that threaten their existence. The editors of this oncoming collection seek thoroughly researched academic studies that will not only contribute to new knowledge through in-depth analyses of the constructions of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but also highlight how public opinion, perceptions, attitudes, and responses to the conflict might have been influenced or manipulated by these ideological constructions. We therefore invite researchers, scholars, and professionals in conflict and peace studies, linguistics, journalism, media studies, discourse analysis, semiotics, political science, and cultural studies to submit chapters, which will highlight interdisciplinary approaches to *Discourse Analysis* to studying discursive constructions of: · media reports · online reports/campaigns · law reports · religious documents · political discourses · policy statements etc. that Please, submit an abstract of about *250* words as an email attachment to: ichiluwa(a)gmail.com /ic3000(a)hw.ac.uk and giulianatiripelli(a)gmail.com *Deadline: December 31, 2024.* This is a 2-year project and we hope the book should be released by the Autumn of *2026*. *Questions & Enquiries to: * Innocent Chiluwa (ichiluwa(a)gmail.com Department of Languages & Intercultural Studies Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh -- Professor in Language, Media & Communication Studies Publications: Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=iXHpEcUAAAAJ&hl=en Website: https://ichiluwa.com

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Workshop: Atmospheres of connection and disconnection from digital media
by Ana Jorge 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

**Atmospheres of connection and disconnection from digital media** *24th October 2024, Lisbon (Lusófona University) and online* This one-day hybrid workshop will bring together scholars from Audience Studies and Digital Culture to discuss the notions of atmospheres, moods, and vibes. It is the final presentation of the On&Off project, which focuses on disconnection across Activisms, Pilgrimage, Mourning, and Parenting ( https://cicant.ulusofona.pt/research/projects/668-on-off-atmospheres-of-dis… ). Presentations by Peter Lunt (University of Leicester) and Ludmila Lupinacci (University of Leeds). The event will join the project's international advisors Aleena Chia (Goldsmiths, University of London) and André Jansson (Karlstad University). Organisers: Ana Jorge and Sofia Caldeira, Lusófona University Free registration at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atmospheres-of-connection-and-disconnection-ti… More information: ana.jorge(a)ulusofona.pt

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New book: Virtual Commerce
by Gohar F. Khan 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

Dear colleagues, I am excited to announce the publication of my new book on virtual commerce. It would be a useful resource for the people who teach e-commerce and/or virtual commerce. This book is structured to guide you through the fascinating world of virtual commerce (v-commerce), from foundational concepts to advanced strategies, ensuring you’re fully equipped to thrive in the emerging digital marketplace. Each chapter focuses on a crucial aspect of v-commerce, offering insights, tools, and practical advice to help you navigate the opportunities and challenges of v-commerce. Chapter 1: Introduction to V-CommerceChapter 2: V-Commerce Architecture and InfrastructureChapter 3: V-Commerce EcosystemsChapter 4: Consumer Experience in V-CommerceChapter 5: Virtual Goods and ServicesChapter 6: Virtual MarketingChapter 7: V-Commerce StrategiesChapter 8: Building V-Commerce MarketplacesChapter 9: Regulatory and Legal FrameworkChapter 10: Getting Started in Virtual Commerce Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DGF48CST/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&qid=… Cheers, Gohar

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Conference Beyond Play 2024 (Sept, 30 - Oct 2) - Registration Extended Sept 15
by Lisa Kienzl 08 Sep '24

08 Sep '24

Dear all, the registration for the conference “Beyond Play: The Transformative Power of Digital Gaming in a Deeply Mediatized Society” (Sept 30 – Oct 2, 2024) at the University of Bremen, Germany, has been extended until September 15. You find the preliminary program here: https://beyondplay2024.org/index.php/start/programm/ There will be three great Keynote speaker: *Sonia Fizek * “Video Games in Times of Climate Crisis. From Aesthetics to Ethics” Sonia Fizek is professor in Media and Game Studies at the Cologne Game Lab at TH Köln – University of Applied Sciences. *Torill Elvira Mortensen * “I feel this is right: Epistemic insecurity and transgressive online culture” Torill Elvira Mortensen is professor at Nord University, Bodø, Norway. *Vít Šisler * “From Pixels to Pedagogy: Unveiling the Educational Power of Historical Video Games" Vít Šisler is associate professor of New Media Studies at Charles University’s Faculty of Arts’ Institute of Information Studies and Librarianship. Registration extended until September 15: https://beyondplay2024.org/index.php/start/anmeldung/. We are looking forward to seeing you in Bremen! Best wishes, The Organizing Committee -- Conference Team Beyond Play: The Transformative Power of Digital Gaming in a Deeply Mediatized Society International Conference 30. September - 2 October 2024 https://beyondplay2024.org beyondplay2024(a)uni-bremen.de University of Bremen ZeMKI, Centre for Media, Communication and Information Research

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Call for Applications: 2025 Theory and Method Winter School
by Marina Ruth Krikorian 08 Sep '24

08 Sep '24

Dear Colleagues, I would like to share the call for applications for our 2025 Theory and Method Winter School to take place from January 8 – 10, 2025 in Doha, Qatar. The topic of this year’s Winter School is “Arab and Southern Digitalities.” The 2025 Theory and Method Winter School at the Institute for Advanced Study in the Global South at Northwestern University in Qatar (#IAS_NUQ) is designed to develop critical skills for early career scholars of media and communications, with an explicit focus on integrating scholars of Arab media into transnational and multilingual networks of ideas and theories based in the Global South, centered around the concept of “Southern Digitalities.” It will consist of 1) three theory and method master classes related to historical methods; epistemic decolonization of digital media; and environmental humanities led by faculty instructors and 2) graduate students and early career scholars presenting their research and receiving feedback from faculty instructors and other participants. To view details and apply, please visit our website: https://bit.ly/2025WinterSchool Best, Marina Krikorian Research Manager for Programs and Projects Institute for Advanced Study - #IAS_NUQ Northwestern Qatar | Education City

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19 two-year postdoc scholarships
by Gianluca Miscione 07 Sep '24

07 Sep '24

***Apologies for cross-posting*** Please distribute across relevant networks, especially to possible candidates of any nationality who have completed their PhD and comply with the eligibility requirements: https://rosetta.lero.ie (possible supervisors https://digipluscofund.eu/supervisors/) For those interested in the broad area of digitalisation and organizational/societal/interorganizational processes, they may contact Simeon Vidolov, cc’d, as a possible supervisor. Deadline: 27th September 2024 @ 23:59 (GMT) Thanks, Gianluca Gianluca Miscione University College Dublin https://people.ucd.ie/gianluca.miscione

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[Online events] Digital Labor and Intersectionality
by Rafael Do Nascimento Grohmann 06 Sep '24

06 Sep '24

Hi AoIR! I'm delighted to announce a series of online events on Digital Labor and Intersectionality, in September and October. They will focus on different theoretical frameworks such as intersectionality, racial capitalism and social reproduction and topics such as queer and trans-owned technologies and digital sovereignty. These online roundtables are led by Platform Work Inclusion Living Lab<https://pwill.eu> (P-WILL) project, in partnership with DigiLabour<https://digilabour.com.br>, Worker-Owned Intersectional Platforms (WOIP)<https://digilabour.com.br/worker-owned-intersectional-platforms-woip/> project and Queer and Trans Research Lab,<http://sds.utoronto.ca/qtrl-cohort-2024-25/> University of Toronto. The first event will take place on Zoom, with live English-Portuguese translation. The other two will take place directly on the DigiLabour YouTube Channel.<https://youtube.com/digilabour> September 17, 4PM CEST Queer and Trans Worker-Owned Technologies Elena Ficher (Alternativa Laboral Trans/ Trans Work Alternative, a tech co-op) Joaquim de Souza (Senoritas Courier, a delivery worker co-op) Veronyka Gimenes (Codigo Nao Binario/ Non-Binary Code, a tech collective) Registration Link: https://digilabour-br.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EheififlR4mOZCABkBXhvg September 24, 4PM CEST Race, Gender and Class in Platform Labor Studies: Intersectionality, Racial Capitalism and Social Reproduction Laura Guimarães Corrêa (Federal University of Minas Gerais) Haley Kwan (The University of Hong Kong) Kruskaya Hidalgo Cordero (Solidarity Center) Sophie Bernard (Paris Dauphine-PSL University) Link for attendance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WWDPi4-IaM October 8, 4PM CEST Digital Sovereignty and Intersectionality Natasha Susan Koshy (IT for Change) Deborah Foroni (Homeless Worker Movement in Brazil) Laila Almeida (Independent Researcher) Link for attendance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6mVM2oX8Uw best, Rafael -- dr. Rafael Grohmann Assistant Professor of Media Studies Department of Arts, Culture and Media<https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/acm/rafael-grohmann> Faculty of Information<https://ischool.utoronto.ca/profile/rafael-grohmann/> University of Toronto 2024-2025 Faculty Fellow, Queer and Trans Research Lab, Bonham Centre for Sexual Diversity Studies, University of Toronto<http://qtrl%20Cohort%202024-25%20-%20Mark%20S.%20Bonham%20Centre%20for%20Se…> Leader, DigiLabour<https://digilabour.com.br/> Founding Editor, Platforms & Society<https://journals.sagepub.com/home/PNS> Principal Investigator, Worker-Owned Intersectional Platforms (WOIP)<https://digilabour.com.br/worker-owned-intersectional-platforms-woip/> Researcher, Fairwork<https://fair.work/> <https://fair.work/> International Experts Coordinator, Platform Work Inclusion Living Lab<https://pwill.eu/>

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