Introduction to Social Media
Whether you’ve already dipped your toes in the waters of social media or are still standing on the shore wondering what to make of it all, learning how to navigate media platforms is crucial in order to flourish in our digital age. We can take comfort in the fact that God wants us to use these fascinating communication tools to promote the gospel and advance His mission in the world. In this course, students receive a broad overview of various social media platforms while learning how to use these resources in a biblically responsible way. Students also discover best practices with respect to social media—for personal, academic, and even professional use. If you thought social media was just a way to keep track of friends and share personal photos, this course shows students how to use these platforms in much more significant ways.
This course is approved by the University of California.
Credit
0.5 (One semester)
Course Versions
Only available as a regular course
Prerequisites
None
Recommended Grade Levels
9th–12th
Required Materials
Digital content: Various social media platforms (may require account creation)
Equipment: Audio recording device
Software: Graphic design program, such as Canva
In addition to a computer with an Internet connection, most courses require speakers (or headphones); a digital camera or scanner to take photos of completed work; a printer; common household items; access to research materials; and productivity software for word processing, presentations, etc.
