Practicing Digital Ethnography

Practicing Digital Ethnography introduces the methods, concepts, and practices of conducting ethnographic research in digital environments. It is ideal for students and researchers in anthropology, media studies, and science and technology studies, as well as professionals seeking practical guidance for conducting digital research.

"This colorful and insightful cornucopia of a book offers enriching and inventive methods and cautions, ones that transcend the specificity of a particular medium, for budding ethnographers for many years to come. For anyone curious about fieldwork online, and these days almost every research has an online component, this book is for you."
- Dr. Ilana Gershon, Professor of Anthropology, Rice University, USA

This versatile edited collection provides the basics for beginners, in-depth case studies from an intergenerational slate of authors, and nuanced reflections on concepts like “virtual” and “gamer.” It is a fine excursion to ethnography in virtual settings, highly recommended.
- Dr. Bonnie Nardi, Emeritus P rofessor of the Department of Informatics at the University of California at Irvine, USA

Devin Proctor is a cultural anthropologist and Assistant Professor of Anthropology at Elon University, USA.