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    The document outlines a proposed research study examining the use of machine learning algorithms to distinguish between memes and non-memes. The study would analyze text corpora using natural language processing techniques to identify any underlying patterns or traits that differentiate memes from other texts. Additional lenses, such as historical, conceptual, and case study approaches, are suggested to provide different perspectives on the research question. The proposed methodology would involve collecting a text data set, applying NLP techniques to analyze syntax and semantics, and using qualitative methods to determine differences between meme and non-meme texts. The goal is to enhance understanding of what gives text its memetic qualities and improve meme recognition algorithms.

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    The document outlines a proposed research study examining the use of machine learning algorithms to distinguish between memes and non-memes. The study would analyze text corpora using natural language processing techniques to identify any underlying patterns or traits that differentiate memes from other texts. Additional lenses, such as historical, conceptual, and case study approaches, are suggested to provide different perspectives on the research question. The proposed methodology would involve collecting a text data set, applying NLP techniques to analyze syntax and semantics, and using qualitative methods to determine differences between meme and non-meme texts. The goal is to enhance understanding of what gives text its memetic qualities and improve meme recognition algorithms.

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    The document outlines a proposed research study examining the use of machine learning algorithms to distinguish between memes and non-memes. The study would analyze text corpora using natural language processing techniques to identify any underlying patterns or traits that differentiate memes from other texts. Additional lenses, such as historical, conceptual, and case study approaches, are suggested to provide different perspectives on the research question. The proposed methodology would involve collecting a text data set, applying NLP techniques to analyze syntax and semantics, and using qualitative methods to determine differences between meme and non-meme texts. The goal is to enhance understanding of what gives text its memetic qualities and improve meme recognition algorithms.

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    EXERCISE 1 / #1

    Main Keywords: Sentiment, statistics, quantitative, cultural, differentiation, replicable,


    machine learning

    Secondary Keywords: NLP research, sentiment analysis, meme text data, computer
    science, language analysis, natural language processing techniques, online
    communities, internet culture, communication, Common Good, harmful online
    behavior, data analysis, and future career.

    EXERCISE 1 / #2

    The research I plan to look into will examine the possibilities of employing algorithms
    to distinguish between memes and non-memes through computational analysis of
    phrase syntax and structure. This study intends to investigate whether there are any
    underlying memetic traits by comparing the sentence patterns and structures of
    memes and non-memes. To find any patterns that might distinguish memes from
    non-memes, the project will involve a comprehensive analysis of text corpora using
    natural language processing (NLP) techniques. The ability of machine learning
    algorithms to accurately differentiate between memes and non-memes will also be
    investigated in this study. The findings of this study may have consequences for
    enhancing meme recognition algorithms and our comprehension of the
    fundamental elements that give a text its memetic qualities. Another goal of this
    study is to identify any observable patterns that can discriminate between memes
    and non-memes by comparing the qualitative qualities of each. A comprehensive
    investigation of text corpora using qualitative techniques like content analysis and
    discourse analysis will also be part of the research to find any underlying themes or
    characteristics that set memes apart from non-memes.

    EXERCISE 1 / #3
    Historical Lens: The study can examine how memes have changed through time and
    how the advent of new technology and communication channels has affected their
    structures and patterns in order to explore the research issue via a historical
    perspective. The study might examine the development of memes from their
    beginnings in online forums and communities to their current widespread use on
    social media platforms. The study might also look at how memes' properties have
    evolved over time in response to societal and cultural shifts. Any patterns or
    structures particular to particular eras or civilizations may come to light through
    historical examination.

    Conceptual Lens: A conceptual lens could be employed to investigate the


    consequences of memes in society and how they connect to language, culture, and
    communication. This may look at how memes are used to represent complex ideas
    and emotions, as well as how they help internet users establish a shared cultural
    identity. Furthermore, the study might look into how memes are employed as a
    weapon for political, social, and cultural commentary. This would all be determined
    through the same NLP techniques I plan to use throughout the main portion of my
    original research.

    Case Study Lens: To investigate the research question via a case study lens, it could
    prove beneficial to concentrate on a specific group of memes or a specific online
    platform where memes are dominant, such as Reddit or Twitter. This case study
    technique would allow for a more in-depth examination of the distinctive traits and
    qualities of memes and non-memes in a specified context. A case study, for
    example, could examine the usage of memes in political debate on Twitter during a
    given election cycle (Biden v. Trump for example). The investigation might identify
    any trends or underlying traits specific to this sort of meme by evaluating the phrase
    syntax and structure of political memes in this context.

    Rough Research Outline

    I. Introduction
    ● Explain the background and motivation for the research, including my
    personal reasons for doing so
    ○ This issue combines my interests in computer science and language
    analysis, which is why I am so excited about it. I can learn a lot about
    NLP techniques and apply them to a specific and pertinent dataset by
    investigating sentiment analysis of meme text data. This study may
    also be pertinent to me throughout my stay at Cal since it may deepen
    my knowledge of how language is used online and further ongoing talks
    regarding internet culture and communication. This research can
    contribute to a safer and more inclusive online environment by
    identifying and addressing harmful online behavior. Also, by improving
    my technical abilities, my research in R4B will help me in the future.
    ● Discuss the research question and objectives

    II. Literature Review


    ● Review existing research on meme recognition and natural language
    processing
    ● Identify gaps in the literature and explain how this research addresses them
    ● Include the historical aspect study as listed in the implementation in the
    above section

    III. Methodology
    ● Discuss the corpus of text data used in the study, and how I acquired it
    ● Explain the NLP techniques used to analyze the text data
    ● Explain the coding techniques used to identify any unique characteristics of
    memes
    ● Show what qualitative metrics are used to determine the difference between
    meme/non-meme texts

    IV. Results and Analysis


    ● Present the findings of the study in Project 3
    ● Analyze the results and identify any unique characteristics of memes
    ● Discuss the potential implications of the results for meme recognition
    algorithms and computational linguistics
    ● Include the case study as listed in the implementation in the above section

    V. Conclusion
    ● Discuss the limitations of the study and areas for future research

    VI. References
    ● Provide a list of all references cited in the paper.
    ● Make sure MLA formatting is in place!!!

    Exercise 2: Searching for Scholarly Sources

    Giri, Roushan Kumar, et al. “An Approach to Detect Offence in Memes Using
    Natural Language Processing(Nlp) and Deep Learning.” 2021 International
    Conference on Computer Communication and Informatics (ICCCI), 2021,
    https://doi.org/10.1109/iccci50826.2021.9402406.

    Hossain, Eftekhar, et al. “NLP-CUET@DRAVIDIANLANGTECH-EACL2021:


    Investigating Visual and Textual Features to Identify Trolls from
    Multimodal Social Media Memes.” ArXiv.org, Chittagong University of
    Engineering and Technology, Bangladesh, 28 Feb. 2021,
    https://arxiv.org/abs/2103.00466.

    Phillips, Whitney. “In a Land of Venn Diagrams: Reflections on Anti-Fans and


    Counter Memes, Trolls and Anti-Legends.” Journal of American Folklore,
    vol. 135, no. 538, 2022, pp. 477–481.,
    https://doi.org/10.5406/15351882.135.538.06.
    Exercise 3: Digital Searches for Primary Source
    "Etymology." Claremont Coptic Encyclopedia, Claremont Colleges Library, 1991,
    Calisphere,
    https://calisphere.org/item/8732ce6b4e5c82499231c9a6dff259a0/. Accessed
    14 March 2023.

    This text provides an analysis of the textual semantics of the Arabic language in
    comparison to English. This provides context into how sentences with humor are
    constructed. With this, I can compare frameworks of different languages to help
    build a model of recognizing humor in written text through syntax and sentence
    semantics.

    Henderson, Harry. "linguistics and computing." Encyclopedia of Computer Science


    and Technology, Harry Henderson, Facts On File, 4th edition, 2021. Credo
    Reference, https://libproxy.berkeley.edu/login?qurl=https%3A%2F
    %2Fsearch.credoreference.com%2Fcontent%2Fentry%2Ffofcomputer
    %2Flinguistics_and_computing%2F0%3FinstitutionId%3D505. Accessed 14 Mar.
    2023.

    The article investigates the junction of linguistics and computing, offering


    information on the history and development of this area as well as examining
    numerous uses of linguistic analysis in computing. It shows early attempts at
    solutions to differentiate texts based on sentiment.

    Letamendi, Carl M. Identifying the Factors that Influence Changes in Aggregate


    Sentiment among the Masses: An Analysis of the Measure of Consumer
    Sentiment through a Conflict Analysis and Resolution Lens, 2015. ProQuest,
    https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/identifying-factors-that-
    influence-changes/docview/1721925922/se-2.

    The University of Michigan's Survey Research Center developed the Index of


    Consumer Sentiment (ICS) in the 1940s to quantify people's feelings towards the
    state of the economy. The ICS indirectly predicts the direction of the economy and
    has been noted to give investors an unfair advantage if they have this information
    before others. This study was conducted using sentiment analysis, the same method
    of research I plan to use.
    Research Process
    I created a Notion page to document my findings and research. Here is my draft of
    such:

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