Social Media: How Media Got Social

The University of Nottingham via edX

Overview

Social media and online communication have woven themselves into the fabric of our daily experiences, changing the way we connect, share, and live. In today's world, the omnipresence of wireless connectivity, alongside the proliferation of mobile and wearable technologies, means social media is a constant companion, shaping interactions for billions globally.

The journey of social media, while seemingly a modern phenomenon, traces back much farther than its nomenclature suggests. This engaging course aims to deepen learners' comprehension of social media by exploring the evolution of internet-based social interactions. It delves into the transformative role of networked connectivity in fostering social behaviors, the pivotal moments marked by the web's growth, and the establishment of social media as an integral component of today's mobile internet landscape.

Offered by The University of Nottingham through the edX platform, this course falls under the ambit of Social Sciences Courses, promising insightful explorations into the fabric of how media became social.