Internet-based leisure research: opportunities and constraints

Authors

  • Holly Marie Donohoe Department of Geography and Environmental Studies - University of Ottawa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5016/1181

Keywords:

Lazer, Pesquisa, Internet.

Abstract

Since its earliest conception as a ‘galactic network’ of globally connected computers, the Internet has moved beyond the realm of science fiction to become the primary global communication medium and an increasingly popular research tool for scholars. In fact, some believe that the Internet has the potential to revolutionize research practice. Others, however, are skeptical of the Internet and its utility. Common concerns exist about the limited guidance available when using this ‘virtual research laboratory’. In the absence of enhanced understanding about the opportunities and constraints associated with Internet-based research, “it is likely that the resulting academic research will be flawed or compromised in some manner” (Roztocki, 2001: 1). Drawing on antecedent research and the researcher’s personal observations and experiences, this paper highlights some of the opportunities and constraints common to Internet-based research. It concludes with a set of recommendations for the judicial use of the Internet for leisure research.

Author Biography

Holly Marie Donohoe, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies - University of Ottawa

Holly Donohoe, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, University of Ottawa, Canada. Research interests: sustainable development, environmental management, ecotourism, tourism marketing, and international leisure events. Research activities: collaborated on a number of research projects within Canada and abroad and provided research and consultant support to various organizations such as the World Leisure Organization and the Canadian Parks and Recreation Association. Research publications: scientific articles in English, French, and Mandarin and presented at events such as the International Conference on Tourism, (Greece, 2008), Leisure Studies Association Conference (England, 2007), the World Leisure Congress (Australia, 2004; China, 2006), and the Travel and Tourism Research Association Conference (Canada, 2004). Teaching: courses in environmental management, research methods, and tourism geography in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. http://www.geography.uottawa.ca/students/directory/donohoe.html

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Published

2008-07-25

Issue

V. 14, N. 1 (2008)

Section

Original Articles

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