Next, I will begin my research by identifying key keywords related to my topic, such as “digital identity,” “virtual self,” and “psychological effects of digital immersion.” These keywords will help guide my searches for relevant academic articles, books, and papers. I plan to use both the university library and Google Scholar to find reliable sources that will deepen my understanding of how digital technologies and virtual worlds are shaping personal identity.
Identify Keywords:
- I will start by identifying the most relevant keywords for my topic. Some of the key terms I plan to focus on include:
- Digital Identity
- Virtual Self
- Avatar Representation
- Psychological Effects of Digital Immersion
- Self-Perception in Virtual Worlds
- Identity Fragmentation in the Digital Age
- Virtual Reality and Selfhood
- Ethics of Digital Identity Manipulation
Utilize Google Scholar:
- I will use Google Scholar to find recent studies on the topic. For example, I can search for phrases like:
- “Impact of digital immersion on self-perception”
- “Philosophy of identity in virtual reality”
- I’ll also use the “cited by” feature to explore related studies and follow key authors who specialize in digital identity.
Review Articles and Books:
- After gathering my search results, I will skim through the abstracts of articles to assess their relevance.
- I will prioritize peer-reviewed journals and books that discuss the theoretical and psychological aspects of digital identity.