What We Can Do and Cannot Do with Topic Modeling: A Systematic Review

IF 6.3 1区文学 Q1 COMMUNICATION

Communication Methods and Measures Pub Date : 2023-01-19 DOI:10.1080/19312458.2023.2167965

Yingying Chen, Zhao Peng, Sei-Hill Kim, Chang Won Choi

引用次数: 9

Abstract

ABSTRACT Topic modeling has become an effective tool for communication scholars to explore large amounts of texts. However, empirical studies applying topic modeling often face the critical question of making meaningful theoretical contributions. In this study, we highlighted the importance of theoretical underpinning, the research design, and the methodological details of topic modeling studies. We summarized five normative arguments that address critical issues in theory building and testing, research design, and reliability and validity assessments. Using these normative arguments as criteria, we systematically reviewed 105 communication studies that applied topic modeling. We identified gaps and missed opportunities in previous studies and discussed potential pitfalls for the field.

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主题建模能做什么和不能做什么：系统综述

摘要主题建模已成为传播学学者探索大量文本的有效工具。然而，应用主题建模的实证研究往往面临做出有意义的理论贡献的关键问题。在本研究中，我们强调了主题建模研究的理论基础、研究设计和方法细节的重要性。我们总结了五个规范性论点，这些论点涉及理论构建和测试、研究设计以及可靠性和有效性评估中的关键问题。以这些规范性论点为标准，我们系统地回顾了105项应用主题建模的传播研究。我们在之前的研究中发现了差距和错失的机会，并讨论了该领域的潜在陷阱。

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Communication Methods and Measures COMMUNICATION-

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21.10

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1.80%

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期刊介绍： Communication Methods and Measures aims to achieve several goals in the field of communication research. Firstly, it aims to bring attention to and showcase developments in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to communication scholars. This journal serves as a platform for researchers across the field to discuss and disseminate methodological tools and approaches. Additionally, Communication Methods and Measures seeks to improve research design and analysis practices by offering suggestions for improvement. It aims to introduce new methods of measurement that are valuable to communication scientists or enhance existing methods. The journal encourages submissions that focus on methods for enhancing research design and theory testing, employing both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Furthermore, the journal is open to articles devoted to exploring the epistemological aspects relevant to communication research methodologies. It welcomes well-written manuscripts that demonstrate the use of methods and articles that highlight the advantages of lesser-known or newer methods over those traditionally used in communication. In summary, Communication Methods and Measures strives to advance the field of communication research by showcasing and discussing innovative methodologies, improving research practices, and introducing new measurement methods.