These tools make it possible to see who participated in the exchange, how often, the messages spread, key words, and data on the audience. One of the main advantages of online debates is that the reflection can involve large groups of citizens, put them in contact with experts with whom they would not normally interact any other way, sustain arguments supported by graphic and audiovisual material, and overcome barriers of space and time.
Проекты, основанные на гражданском участии, такие как Global Voices, Periodismo Ciudadano и Periodismo 21 , были упомянуты в качестве примеров при обсуждении темы в Twitter, в дополнение к статьям, видео с конференций и конкретным примерам успеха гражданской журналистики.