VIRTUAL COMMUNITIES/SOCIAL MEDIA: This course provides an overview of the social dynamics and phenomena of the internet. It seeks to establish a basic social theory to create a strong foundation for understanding the new cultural and social principles of the Internet with a focus upon the relationship between technology and society. We will examine the ways in which society is changing due to the introduction and widespread use of computers and computer network communication. This includes new social networks and their impact on social lives, changes in social capital, young people and cyber-bullying, online gaming and the social dynamics of virtual worlds, the use of social media in social justice, and other case studies

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills