This course teaches students about the role of social media in social change. Students will explore research that demonstrates the ways that social media has changed/is changing the social world. This will include an exploration of the harmful changes that can result from social media (such as mental health issues, and increases in extremism, polarization, and misinformation), as well as the anti-oppressive changes that are possible (such as increases in social connection and community, and the use of social media for activism). Throughout this course, students will also develop their own skills in effective digital presence and activism. Core competencies including critical thinking, social justice, and social equity are also examined and discussed.
Semester: | Winter 2022 |
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Instructor: | Laura J. Yakas |
U-M Class #: | 36827 |
Program Type:
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Program Type describes the program in which you are pursuing, i.e., residential or online part-time.
At this time, residential students may not directly enroll in online program courses, rather a course enrollment petition is required.
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Residential |
Format:
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Format refers to the instruction of an offering, i.e., in-person, hybrid, or online.
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Online |
Credits: | 1 Credit Hours |
Community Change | Elective (Host) |
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Global | |
Interpersonal Practice | |
Mgmt & Leadership | Elective |
Policy & Political | Elective |
Program Evaluation | |
Older Adults | |
Children & Families |
University of Michigan
School of Social Work
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Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1106