1.3. Spatial Dimension

Number 2; structural equivalents or position and role what is that? The 2 people they do not interact with each other or they may not know each other at all, but they belong to same position like in a hospital, 2 doctors, they may not meet to know each other, or they may not know actually, but they have a same position that they are a doctor in a same hospital...

In this chunk, we discuss the concept of structural equivalence, which refers to individuals in similar social positions who do not interact directly but share roles in a larger system. For example, in a hospital, two doctors may work in different departments and never meet, yet they hold the same position. This shared role can foster indirect influence, such as through colleagues, allowing people to derive information and establish connections even without direct contact.

Imagine two authors writing different books about similar themes in different cities. They might never meet, but they share a 'role' of being authors, and both draw inspiration from their respective literary communities. They can still influence each other’s work indirectly through common readers and literary trends.

Another dimension is the spatial dimension; spatial groups, you like or not like, you need to interact with your neighbours and they influencing you, you are also influencing them...

This chunk introduces the spatial dimension, emphasizing that our physical proximity to others influences our behaviors and interactions. We engage with neighbors face-to-face, which leads to mutual influence in habits and opinions. This continuous interaction shapes group dynamics and social norms within neighborhoods and communities.

Think of a community park where people gather. If one neighbor starts holding weekend barbeques, others may join in or host their gatherings, creating a ripple effect of social interaction. This shows how living close to each other can shape social life and foster community bonding.

So, now we have 3 kinds of groups; one is cohesive, one is structurally equivalents, there is same competition position and roles and the question of spatially distribution...

In this chunk, we categorize social groups into cohesive groups, structurally equivalent groups, and spatial distribution groups. Cohesive groups are closely connected, while structurally equivalent groups share roles without direct interaction. Spatial distribution refers to how these groups are arranged in physical space, influencing their dynamics and social structure.

Think of a college setting where you have study groups (cohesive), students in the same major (structurally equivalent), and students living in the same dorm (spatial distribution). Each category reveals different ways in which students interact and support each other academically and socially.

Now, we have also need to collect 3 kinds of informations or informations through 3 kinds of activities; one is hearing, one is observations, one is discussions...

This chunk highlights three methods for gathering information within a social network: through hearing (what people say), observations (what people do), and discussions (conversations and exchanges). Understanding where to seek information is crucial as these methods can lead to different insights depending on the social context.

Imagine preparing for a school project. You might hear about a new study method from friends (hearing), observe your classmate's study habits (observations), and engage in a group discussion about the topic (discussions). Each method provides different perspectives and enhances your knowledge.

For hearing, whom I should depend; to my cohesive partners or my neighbourhoods, for observations whom I should observe, whose activities I should observe for discussions...

In this chunk, we explore the importance of social networks in the context of community influence. We assess which groups to turn to for information based on their roles—cohesive partners (friends) for hearing information, neighborhoods for observations, and similar groups for discussions. The effectiveness of information sharing is often determined by the depth of relationships.

Consider a group of friends planning a trip together. They will likely discuss travel experiences (hearing), see photos from each other’s past trips (observations), and engage in group chats to finalize plans (discussions). Each friend’s perspective adds valuable insights to the planning process.

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