OntarioLearn Course Details Start at 03/02/2026
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Course Details
| Course Title |
Introduction to Social Media |
| Conestoga Course Code |
OLRN2400 |
| Host College |
Algonquin College |
| OntarioLearn Course Code |
AL-COM0011 |
| Start Date |
03/02/2026 |
| End Date |
04/27/2026 |
| Course Fee |
$381.50 |
| Hours |
42 |
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| Course Description |
In this course, explore the fundamentals of social media. Topics covered include an introduction to social media, the evolution of social media, how it has changed and expanded, and explore how it affects our lives and our livelihoods through other emerging technologies and tools, current trends and future directions, benefits, values and risks. Analyze case studies to assess how social media impacts and influences fields, such as communication and marketing, and how it informs future trends and developments. |
| Midterm Exam Format |
No exam requirement |
| Final Exam Format |
No exam requirement |
| Other Evaluation Details |
Discussion Posts 20%, Assignments 80% |
| Minimum Passing Mark |
50 |
| Mandatory Chats |
Yes |
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d2l/brightspace |
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| Textbook Information |
No textbook required. |
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