1. Unearthing the Knowledge of Natural Farming through Content Analysis of English YouTube Videos
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ANANTA MANDAL, SOUMYADEEP THAKUR, and DEBABRATA BASU
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Social Media ,Agricultural Videos ,YouTube ,Natural Farming ,Content Analysis ,Intra-Coder Reliability. ,Special aspects of education ,LC8-6691 - Abstract
Amidst the vast realm of digital content, YouTube covers agricultural videos that exhibit the marvels of natural farming. This content analysis, conducted in 2023, encompasses a comprehensive synopsis of YouTube videos communicated in English on natural farming. By employing a meticulously prepared checklist, the study delved into both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the videos. A total of 150 videos were selected through systematic random sampling, assuring recurrent themes and subthemes. An accurate and consistent analysis was ensured by conducting intra-coder reliability. The analysis includes categorization in respect of type of enterprise, type of crop, place of program, shot type, Type of operational practices, type of manure, type of mulching, type of compost, type of soil water conservation techniques, type of pest management techniques, the theme of the channels, number of subscribers, and type of content. The analysis focused on YouTube’s coverage of promoting knowledge about natural farming practices by serving as a comprehensive resource for empowering and motivating people on their sustainable agricultural journeys.
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- 2024
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