Communication network mapping represents defined communication ties among actors within a specified boundary and time window. Degree, density, centralization, and brokerage describe different structural features. Missing responses and question wording affect results, so maps require contextual inquiry before apparent centrality or dependency supports decisions about organizational communication.
- FamilyTool
- CategoryResearch & Analysis Methods
- DomainOrganization & Structure
What these mean
Editorial orientation · Family
Tool
In this series, Tool names the editorial family primarily used to act on, examine, measure or organize communication. It includes instruments, methods, practices, protocols, codes and institutional arrangements. Membership does not certify effectiveness, portability or safe use in every setting.
Editorial orientation · Category
Research & Analysis Methods
Establishes procedures for collecting, coding, comparing or interpreting information for inquiry or analysis. Its contribution is a defensible route from observations or materials to an account, finding or interpretation.