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:
DU-SOMT1281

Host college code:
AL-COM0011

How to register

You can register in-person, on-line, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).  For details visit https://durhamcollege.ca/academic-schools/centre-for-professional-and-part-time-learning/registration-and-admission/how-to-register-2

 

Contact

Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning
Email : ppl@durhamcollege.ca

2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON
L1H 7L7

Phone : (905) 721-3052

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