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Online Class: Social Media 101(Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin)

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Social Media 101 (Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin)
IACET Authorized Provider Enroll today! This is a self-paced, continuing education, online course with instructor. You have 6 months to complete.
Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription
Course (no Certificate)   =   $30.00
Course with CEU Certificate*   =   $55.00
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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.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1- How to Open a Facebook Account

This first lesson will introduce you to the Facebook network and the set up procedure.

Lesson 2- Making the Most of your Facebook Account

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 3-Taking Facebook Mobile

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.

Lesson 4- Facebook Security Features

In addition to selecting secure passwords for your account, there are several basic steps you can take to protect your personal information.

Lesson 5- Top Facebook Applications

Facebook applications are virtually limitless, as individual and corporate developers are always looking for new ideas, new tools, new games and new ways

Lesson 6- How to Open a Twitter Account

The best thing about Twitter is that you can establish a profile without downloading any special software. To begin, visit www.Twitter.com.

Lesson 7- Following People and Building a Base of Followers

This lesson will demonstrate how to make use of this popular twitter service.

Lesson 8- Adding Twitter Content

You can add content to your Twitter account in a number of ways, and this lesson will demonstrate how to do this effectively.

Lesson 9- Popular Twitter Tools

This lesson will demonstrate how to use popular twitter tools.

Lesson 10- How to Establish a Linkedin Profile

Linkedin has established itself in the social media space as the professional networking platform of choice.

Lesson 11- Creating an Effective Linkedin Profile

The site will guide you through the initial profile building stages, beginning with the import of you current resume.

Lesson 12- Establishing an Effective Linkedin Network

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.

Lesson 13- Understanding Linkedin Groups

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 Information

Course Title : Social Media 101 (Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin)
CEU Value :

1.0 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 8900078
Course Type : Computer Skill
Course URL :

http://socialmedia101.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Dave Scarbrough

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $30.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $55.00

NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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