Social Media Courses

The Aspen Institute

Free Speech in the Age of Social Media

Explore the complexities of free speech regulation by private tech companies in the digital era, examining its impact on democracy and the challenges of balancing protection and moderation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

Utilizing Emerging Social Media Platforms for Science Communication

Explore innovative ways scientists use emerging platforms like TikTok and Twitch to communicate science, expanding beyond traditional social media outlets.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

AGU

Expanding Your Online Presence Beyond Social Media

Discover strategies for effective online engagement beyond social media, including networking, personal websites, and self-promotion to enhance your scientific presence and impact.

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

AGU

Effective Social Media Strategies for Scientists

Learn effective social media strategies for scientists, from establishing a dialogue to creating engaging content. Discover how to build an online following and navigate privacy concerns in science communication.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

There is No Algorithm for Truth - Science Communication in the Age of Social Media

Explore science communication in the social media era with Tom Scott. Discover challenges of internet popularity, view counts vs. truth, and insights from a successful YouTuber and educator.

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

try! Swift Conference

What I Learned Creating a Social Media App Clone

Discover tips for building a social media app clone, including scalable NoSQL data structures and smooth scrolling with dynamic image loading. Learn from real-world development challenges.

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

Flip Side of Social Media - Not Merchants of Virtue?

Explore the dark side of social media with a veteran police officer. Gain insights on digital responsibility, ethical online behavior, and the real-world consequences of virtual actions.

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

Forensic 365

Don't Trust Your Eyes - The Rise of Visual Misinformation in Social Media

Explore the rise of social media-related crime during COVID-19, focusing on misleading visual information and its societal impact. Learn awareness tips to protect yourself in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Forensic 365

Psychological Implications of Social Media - Expert Talk

Explore the psychological impact of social media on mental health, relationships, and well-being. Learn about stressors, addiction risks, and the effects on perception and behavior.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Forensic 365

Privacy and Security Issues on Social Media

Explore privacy and security challenges in social media, focusing on user threats and awareness in the digital era. Learn about evolving risks and protective measures.

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

Social Media Risk Metrics When OMGWTFBBQ Meets Risk Algorithms

Explore social media risk metrics and algorithms, covering sentiment analysis, profiling techniques, and data collection methods for effective risk assessment and management.

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

Getting the Data Out Using Social Media

Explore techniques for data exfiltration using social media platforms, including testing, demos, and defensive strategies. Learn about multichannel capabilities and message size limits.

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

Linking Users to Social Media Usage on Android Mobile Devices

Explore digital forensics techniques for linking Android users to social media activity, focusing on popular apps and extracting valuable user data for investigations.

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

Data Loss Prevention in a Social Media World

Explore data loss prevention strategies in the age of social media, focusing on protecting sensitive information in an increasingly connected digital landscape.

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

Social Media Risk Metrics - There's a Way to Measure How You Are Online

Explore social media risk metrics and their impact on online presence, covering controversial cases and practical strategies for measuring and managing digital reputation.

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