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Media Literacy and Online Movements
Course Overview
Is social media a tool for social progress or a source of misinformation? Develop the crucial skill of finding the truth amid the noise. As social justice movements increasingly rely on online platforms, the digital landscape has become both vital and notoriously "toxic" and "addictive."
This course dives into the complex relationship between activism and algorithms. Through critical readings and sharp discussions, you will explore how social media and social justice have become intertwined, for better and for worse.
More importantly, we will analyze the strategies used to share information, the forces that amplify or silence certain voices, and the ethical responsibility of being an informed participant.
Coursework includes: writing assignments, engaging in-class presentations, and critical readings.
Course Objectives
You will leave with useful skills required in college, such as critical, experience writing a college-level paper, and reading to create engaging questions.
Course Information
- Credit:
- Noncredit
- Grading:
- Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
- Categories:
- Humanities and Social Science
Program Information
- Pre-College Program
The Emory Pre-College Program offers students an opportunity to experience many aspects of college life.
Course Dates and Details
| Program | Course Dates | Class Time | Format | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-College Program | Session C: Sun, Jul 12 - Sat, Jul 25, 2026 |
| on-campus | open |