Cyberculture in Morocco. How the internet impacts culture

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• INTRODUCTION
• PART ONE: REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE
  • Chapter I: Popular Cyberculture
    • A – Terminology
    • 1. Culture
    • 2. Cybercafé
    • 3. Cyberculture
    • 4. Cyberspace
    • 5. The Internet
    • Chapter II - Cyberculture Theories
    • A – Theories related to Cyberspace
    • 1. The Utopian Theory
    • 2. The Virtual Theory
    • Chapter III - Cyberculture Studies
    • A – Virtual Communities
    • B – Virtual Identities
    • C – Virtual Bodies
    • D – MUDs
    • E – Features of the Language of Cyberspace
    • F – Gaming on-line: a Major Cyberspace Activity
  • PART TWO METHODOLGY OF DATA COLLECTION AND DATA ANALYSIS
  • Chapter I: Methodology and Data Collection
  • A – The Questionnaire
  • B – The Respondents
  • C – The Observation Scale
  • 1. The Non-participant Observation
  • 2. The Participant Observer Table
  • Chapter II - Data analysis
  • A – The Return Rate
  • B – Data analysis of the questionnaire
  • C – Data Analysis of the Observation
  • 1. Non-participant Observation
  • 2. Participant Observation
  • 3. LambdaMOO : History and Map
  • 4. LambdaMOO community’s Notice
  • Chapter III - Implications and Suggestions
  • CONCLUSION

  Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

  This thesis explores cyberculture within Moroccan society, using the city of Fez as a case study. It investigates the rise of cybercafés in Morocco, analyzing user demographics, motivations for Internet access, and how individuals interact within this digital space. The thesis seeks to answer questions regarding online identities, communication patterns, and the potential for alienation from reality through virtual communities.

  • The emergence and impact of cyberculture in Morocco
  • The role of cybercafés as access points to the Internet
  • The formation and characteristics of virtual communities
  • The creation and management of online identities
  • The potential consequences of cyberculture on individuals and society

  Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

  • Chapter I: Popular Cyberculture: This chapter defines key terms related to the study, including culture, cybercafé, cyberculture, cyberspace, and the Internet, exploring their relevance to the research focus.
  • Chapter II: Cyberculture Theories: This chapter examines two prominent theories, the utopian theory and the virtual theory, outlining their application to the digital world and their implications for understanding cyberculture.
  • Chapter III: Cyberculture Studies: This chapter delves into specific aspects of cyberculture, including virtual communities, virtual identities, virtual bodies, MUDs, the language of cyberspace, and online gaming, providing an overview of key concepts and their significance.
  • Chapter I: Methodology and Data Collection: This chapter outlines the methodology used for data collection, including the questionnaire, non-participant observation in cybercafés, and participant observation in virtual communities, explaining the rationale behind the chosen methods.
  • Chapter II: Data analysis: This chapter presents the analysis of the collected data from the questionnaire and the observations, providing detailed insights into the uses of the Internet in Morocco, user demographics, motivations, and online interactions.
  • Chapter III: Implications and Suggestions: This chapter discusses the implications of the study's findings, highlighting both the positive and negative impacts of cyberculture, and suggesting potential avenues for future research.

  Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

  The main keywords and focus topics of this thesis include cyberculture, Moroccan society, Fez, cybercafés, Internet access, virtual communities, online identities, communication patterns, social consequences, and the impact of technology on individuals and society. The research explores these themes through empirical data collected from questionnaires and observations, offering valuable insights into the evolving landscape of cyberculture in a specific cultural context.

  Frequently Asked Questions

  How does the internet impact culture in Morocco?

  The internet impacts Moroccan culture by creating new digital spaces for interaction, influencing language, and allowing for the formation of virtual communities.

  What role do cybercafés play in Moroccan society?

  Cybercafés serve as primary access points for technology and the internet, acting as social hubs for different demographics in cities like Fez.

  What are virtual identities in the Moroccan context?

  Users often create online identities that may differ from their real-life personas, exploring new ways of communication and social representation.

  What is the "Utopian Theory" of cyberculture?

  The Utopian Theory suggests that the internet can create a better, more democratic society by removing physical barriers and hierarchies.

  What are MUDs (Multi-User Domains)?

  MUDs are virtual spaces where users interact in real-time, often using text-based interfaces to build communities and play games.