Table 2 Social network parameters and their definitions
Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Node | Each node represents a member of the network |
Tie | A tie represents a self-reported link between two nodes |
Density | The number of actual ties divided by the number of possible ties. Reported as a percentage |
Degree | Number of ties per node (either nominated by others or by the member themselves) |
Indegree | Number of ties reported by others directed to the focal member |
Centrality | Members with the highest interaction (ties to and from) with others |
Betweenness centrality | Members who have high brokerage potential as they link two nodes that are not otherwise linked |