HUM 140 - Social Media - Society and Citizenship

Institution:

Westmoreland County Community College

Subject:

Humanities

Description:

This course is designed to enable students to make safe and legal use of the Internet by identifying best practices, tools and methods that also respect free expression. It develops the critical thinking skills necessary to understand the challenges, risks and opportunities regarding current computer-mediated communication technologies. Topics include rights and responsibilities of the digital citizen, Internet safety, social networking, privacy and creative content creation. Legal, technical, psychological and social dynamics will be addressed with an emphasis on practical application. The course builds a foundation by looking at the technical aspects of social media and exploring the tools and skills necessary to enhance students' online potential by building a culture of responsible online behavior. The second half of the course will focus on the more complex dynamics of collaboration, privacy, content creation and economic and political societal participation.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westmoreland.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 925-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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