Social informatics as a concept

摘要: This contribution examines the different concepts known as social informatics that have historically been separate. The paradigm is preferred worldwide based on Kling well described and often promoted, with a strong base both in USA Europe. article, however, introduces lesser-known paradigms Sokolov later Ursul originated era of USSR so far employed chiefly post-Soviet countries, including Russia. These neglected English-written scientific literature, mainly because limited number articles available English. Other approaches are also introduced related, which were named or classified American, British, Norwegian, Slovenian, German Japanese. present article further discusses origin, historical development basic methodological grounding these approaches. All then discussed their differences similarities pointed out. aim to create connections across current generation researchers, includes formation conceptualization an exploration possible areas for future cooperation.