The Structural Factors that Influence Online Self-Presentation Practices in Aceh, Indonesia

The Structural Factors that Influence Online Self-Presentation Practices in Aceh, Indonesia

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Main Author: Izquierdo, Sara C.
Language:English
Published: Ohio University Honors Tutorial College / OhioLINK 2019
Subjects:
Communication
self-presentation
social media
Indonesia
Aceh
Online Access:http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ouhonors1556282088172348
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spelling ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-ouhonors15562820881723482021-08-03T07:10:49Z The Structural Factors that Influence Online Self-Presentation Practices in Aceh, Indonesia Izquierdo, Sara C. Communication self-presentation social media Indonesia Aceh Social Networking Sites (SNS) are described as virtual spaces, detached from the physical public sphere, that allow users to express themselves freely. However, this assumption disregards the influence of the offline context in online interactions. This study focused on the province of Aceh, Indonesia to study whether the state’s structures are reflected in users’ self-presentation practices on SNS. The internet served as a tool to connect with and interview 18 Acehnese participants. Grounded Theory was applied to evaluate the elements that influence users’ online self-presentation practices. This research revealed that, although individuals from Aceh regard SNS as a free space where they can express their true selves, their online engagement is regulated. They feel obliged to preserve social harmony, follow modesty expectations, reflect Islamic religiosity, and abide by Shari’a Law, which hinders their capacity to navigate social media unobtrusively. These presentational constraints suggest that social media use is deeply embedded in Acehnese culture and influenced by Islamic expectations and Shari’a Law. 2019-08-07 English text Ohio University Honors Tutorial College / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ouhonors1556282088172348 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ouhonors1556282088172348 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: all rights reserved. It may not be copied or redistributed beyond the terms of applicable copyright laws.
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topic Communication
self-presentation
social media
Indonesia
Aceh
spellingShingle Communication
self-presentation
social media
Indonesia
Aceh
Izquierdo, Sara C.
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