qrweba 2011 - 1st Asia-Pacific conference on Qualitative Research in Web 2.0

1st Asia-Pacific conference on Qualitative Research in Web 2.0
Exploring critical issues and opportunities of online qualitative research in Asia-Pacfiic regions
22-23 February 2011, Macau (China)

About the conference:
After our recent successful conference in held in Berlin (QRWEB2010), the 1st Asia-Pacific edition of Qualitative Research in Web 2.0 (Twitter hashtag #QRWEB) will be held on the 22 & 23 February 2011 in Macau, China. This unique and highly interactive event will bring together top academics and industry practitioners to discuss and brainstorm the latest online methodologies for qualitative research. This conference is organised by Merlien Institute and is co-sponsored by the University of Macau.

Conference format:
The conference format will consist of submitted (reviewed) presentations, invited speeches as well as interactive discussion sessions. As with past events, this conference provided excellent opportunities for participants to network with peers.

Call for Abstracts/Presentations:
Researchers and practitioners are encouraged to submit their presentation abstracts including but not limited to the topics of interests listed below. For software solution providers or other suppliers, please consider sponsoring or exhibiting at this event. To submit your abstract, please click here to download the abstract template. Please save it in your name and send it to events(at)merlien.org before 1 September 2010.
>How to implement qualitative research studies using social media tools?
>How to design and execute successful qualitative research studies online
>Understanding when to use online methods over traditional offline methods
>Evaluating the rules and tools of qualitative research in Web 2.0/3.0
>Discussing best practices in moderating online focus groups
>Assessing ethical and practical dangers of research using social media
>Designing and executing large scale qualitative research study online
>Developing participant recruitment strategies: what are the challenges and pitfalls?
>Assessing the internal and external validity of online qualitative research: what are the implications?
>Web 2.0 user-generated analysis and its contribution to qualitative research methodology
>Developing engaging online market research communities (MROC) for qualitative research
>What are the advantages and disadvantages of conducting qualitative research online?
>Integrating Web 2.0/3.0 into traditional qualitative research: what needs to be adapted?
>Keeping stakeholders engaged: how to keep clients and observers involved your online research
>Integrating online qualitative research findings in quantitative research: what are the best practices?
>Overcoming the handicaps of communicating online without non-verbal cues
>Challenges and opportunities of conducting global/multi-lingual online qualitative research projects

Important deadlines:
1 September 2010: Abstracts only (for all types of contributions)
15 October 2010: Acceptance notification & Early-Bird Registration
10 January 2011: Final Submissions (including papers & presentation slides)

Digital proceedings and journal publications:
In our effort to reduce our carbon footprint, the conference proceedings will be digitised into PDF. All registered attendees will be able to download a copy of the proceedings one week before the conference. To maximise your learning experience, we encourage you to read through the proceedings before coming to the conference.

Conference Venue:
The conference will be held in the STDM auditorium and Anthony SW Lau Exhibition Hall at University of Macau (China). The address is Av. Padre Tomás Pereira Taipa, Macau, China Tel: +853 28831622, Fax: +853 28831694.

Hotel Recommendations:
There are two hotels located within walking distance to the conference venue. Please book your accommodation directly with the hotels below:
Regency Hotel****
Altira Macau
Grandview Hotel (Shuttle bus needed)
Hotel Taipa Square (Shuttle bus needed)
For other hotels, please consult booking.com

Sponsorship Opportunities:
The QRWEB2011 conference provides a perfect opportunity for solution providers to network, create brand awareness and showcase your company's products and services. For more information on our range of sponsorship packages, please contact us for more details: events(at)merlien.org

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to discuss best practices with your peers in a friendly, fun and informal networking environment. This two-day international conference includes refreshments and lunches on both days. Accommodation and travel expenses are not included in the registration fee. As seats are limited, we encourage you to book your seats as soon as the registration is open.

Read what past delegates say about the QRWEB conference in Berlin 2010:
Ray Poynter: A slower, deeper conference compared to MRS Research 2010
Ximena Arcon: Qualitative Research in Web 2.0: The Next Leap, Berlin
Written testimonials from various speakers and delegates