Social Media Courses

Adobe

Getting Started in After Effects - Creating Social Media Content Part 1

Learn to create engaging social media content using After Effects with motion designer Evan Abrams. Master essential techniques for combining video, photos, and motion graphics in this hands-on tutorial.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Adobe

Creating Video Assets for Social Media - Part 1

Learn to create stylized video assets for social media using Adobe tools. Photographers Alivia & Zach Fields share their design process, covering organization, editing techniques, and maintaining brand consistency.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Adobe

XD Daily Creative Challenge - Designing a Social Media Navigation Bar

Design a social media app's navigation bar using component states in Adobe XD. Learn techniques, get feedback, and sharpen your skills in this interactive challenge.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

APS Physics

Using Social Media for Public Engagement in Physics

Explore effective social media strategies for science communication, diversity in STEM, and public engagement with expert panelists from various platforms and initiatives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Collision Conference

The State of Social Media, and How to Harness Its Power

Explore social media's evolution, AI's role, and strategies for brand engagement, customer service, and crisis management in today's digital landscape.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

The Dark Side of Social Media

Explore the hidden dangers of social media with David Mounter, an experienced educator who delves into its potential risks and impacts on users, especially young people.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Awesome Open Source

Amazing Mastodon Clients for You to Use to Access a Truly Open Social Media Platform and Fediverse

Explore three Mastodon clients for accessing the Fediverse: a browser-based option, the Tut terminal interface, and a desktop application, with tips on choosing the right Mastodon server.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

RSA Conference

Perilous Posts - The Risks of Biometric Patterns Exposed in Social Media

Explore the unintended exposure of biometric data in social media posts and its potential for sophisticated cyberattacks, including identity theft, authentication bypass, and deepfake creation.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

A Social Media Landscape that Serves rather than Exploits

Explore the potential for social media to become a positive force by addressing its flaws and reimagining its design to better serve users and society.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How Social Media Can Save the World

Reimagining social media as a platform for genuine community building and action-taking, not just chasing likes and follows. Explore how it can become a healthier, safer, and more inclusive space for all.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Igniting Imposter Syndrome in the Wake of Social Media

Explore how social media impacts self-perception and fuels imposter syndrome, reimagining Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs in the digital age with insights from Dr. Karla Ivankovich.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Post-Social Era: Socializing is More Important Than Social Media

Riflessione sul futuro della socializzazione nell'era post-social, esplorando l'evoluzione delle comunità online e l'impatto delle nuove tecnologie sulle interazioni umane nei prossimi anni.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

BSidesLV

How Embracing Social Media Helped Me Stop the Hackers, Save the World and Get the Girl

Discover how leveraging social media can enhance cybersecurity efforts, solve global challenges, and improve personal relationships through real-world experiences and practical insights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Is Social Media Destroying the World?

Explore data-driven insights on social media's impact on society, mental health, and behavior with psychology professor Dr. Chris Ferguson in this thought-provoking TEDx talk.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

How Social Media Platforms Help in Self-Expression

Discover how social media platforms can aid self-expression and overcome social anxiety, as Dr. Saif Farooqi shares his personal journey and insights on leveraging digital tools for personal growth.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk