Introduction to Social Media (8 weeks)

Course Information

Learners explore the fundamentals of social media. Topics covered include an introduction to social media, the evolution of social media, how it has changed and expanded, and explore how it affects our lives and our livelihoods through other emerging technologies and tools, current trends and future directions, benefits, values and risks. Learners analyze case studies to assess how social media impacts and influences fields, such as communication and marketing, and how it informs future trends and developments.

Intake

Start Date

End Date Aug 27 / 2025

Prerequisite(s):

n/a

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

Yes

Group Work:

n/a

Registering college code:
AL-COM0011

Host college code:
AL-COM0011

How to register

You can register online or by phone. When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL 001–not AL ENL 001). To get started visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/future-students/getting-started/.

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