Echo-chambers and Idea Labs: Communication Styles on Twitter
Aleksandra Sorokovikova Michael Becker Ivan P. Yamshchikov
This paper investigates the communication styles and structures of Twitter
(X) communities within the vaccination context. While mainstream research
primarily focuses on the echo-chamber phenomenon, wherein certain ideas are
reinforced and participants are isolated from opposing opinions, this study
reveals the presence of diverse communication styles across various
communities. In addition to the communities exhibiting echo-chamber behavior,
this research uncovers communities with distinct communication patterns. By
shedding light on the nuanced nature of communication within social networks,
this study emphasizes the significance of understanding the diversity of
perspectives within online communities.