Online Class: Social Media 101 — How to Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

The manner in which we all communicate has been revolutionized by the Internet with the advent of social networking and social media platforms and this insightful course will show you how to get the most out of these popular platforms.

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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 7
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,561
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

The manner in which we all communicate has been revolutionized by the Internet with the advent of social networking and social media platforms. Millions of people communicate with each other in today's environment via text, email, instant messaging, social media and on social networking  platforms. 

Each of these platforms offers unique features and benefits, methods of communicating with others and general purpose. To achieve maximum results online, whether you are networking for personal or professional reasons, it is important to establish Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin profiles as well as learn how to utilize them to gain maximum results overall.

The purpose of the lessons to follow is to provide a basic understanding of how to utilize the three most widely used social networking platforms; Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin. Each lesson will provide an overview covering how to open an account, how to maximize your profile, how to build and interact with a network, as well as basic tools/applications designed to enhance your overall experience.

As enhancements are added to each of these social networking platforms each year, it is important to subscribe to updates, to read information about new feature releases and to dedicate time to ongoing learning in order to capture all of the benefits offered to you and your business/organization by your participation.

 
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Course Lessons

Lesson 1- How to Open a Facebook Account

26 Points
This first lesson will introduce you to the Facebook network and the set up procedure. Additional lesson topics: How to Use Facebook
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Social Media; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment

Lesson 2- Making the Most of your Facebook Account

0 Points
Now that you have learned how to create Facebook pages and how to invite friends to both, it is time to learn how to make the most of your accounts.
  • Lesson 2 Video

Lesson 3-Taking Facebook Mobile

0 Points
While you can certainly log into your account from any computer, the majority of Facebook interactions occur via a mobile device. This lesson will demonstrate how to set this up. Additional lesson topics: Facebook Mobile
  • Lesson 3 Video

Lesson 4- Facebook Security Features

0 Points
In addition to selecting secure passwords for your account, there are several basic steps you can take to protect your personal information.
  • Lesson 4 Video

Lesson 5- Top Facebook Applications

9 Points
Facebook applications are virtually limitless, as individual and corporate developers are always looking for new ideas, new tools, new games and new ways
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Facebook Apps
  • Assessment: Lesson 1- Facebook

Lesson 6- How to Open a Twitter Account

25 Points
The best thing about Twitter is that you can establish a profile without downloading any special software. To begin, visit www.Twitter.com.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment

Lesson 7- Following People and Building a Base of Followers

0 Points
This lesson will demonstrate how to make use of this popular twitter service.
  • Lesson 7 Video

Lesson 8- Adding Twitter Content

0 Points
You can add content to your Twitter account in a number of ways, and this lesson will demonstrate how to do this effectively.
  • Lesson 8 Video

Lesson 9- Popular Twitter Tools

8 Points
This lesson will demonstrate how to use popular twitter tools.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 - Twitter

Lesson 10- How to Establish a Linkedin Profile

25 Points
Linkedin has established itself in the social media space as the professional networking platform of choice.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment

Lesson 11- Creating an Effective Linkedin Profile

0 Points
The site will guide you through the initial profile building stages, beginning with the import of you current resume.
  • Lesson 11 Video

Lesson 12- Establishing an Effective Linkedin Network

0 Points
Now that you have learned not only how to create a Linkedin account, but how to build an effective profile, it is time to learn how to establish an effective network of contacts. Additional lesson topics: 5 Useful Linked In Answers alternatives; Alternatives to Linked In Answers; Effective Online Networking
  • Lesson 12 Video

Lesson 13- Understanding Linkedin Groups

8 Points
You can currently become a member of up to 50 Linkedin Groups, and most networking experts suggest that you take advantage of every opportunity to connect, adding up to the limit. Additional lesson topics: Reasons to create a LinkedIn Group
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Social Media Preference; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 - Linkedin
101
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe how to open a Facebook account.
  • Describe making the most of your facebook account.
  • Summarize taking Facebook mobile.
  • Summarize Facebook security features.
  • Summarize how to open a Twitter account.
  • Demonstrate following people and building a base of followers.
  • Summarize adding Twitter content.
  • Summarize popular Twitter tools.
  • Describe how to establish a LinkedIn profile.
  • Describe creating an effective LinkedIn profile.
  • Demonstrate establishing an effective LinkedIn network.
  • Summarize what LinkedIn groups are and how to benefit from their usage.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Social Media 101: How to Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn
Course Number: 8900078
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: With online access available nationwide, this course reaches all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Additionally, it’s open to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: May 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.3 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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