The Psychology of Social Media

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Overview

Subject area

PSY

Catalog Number

32113

Course Title

The Psychology of Social Media

Department(s)

Description

In this course, we will together examine the socio- psychological architecture of social media and its impact on our thoughts, our feelings, and our behavior. Topics will include relationships and social media, algorithms and bias, emotional contagion through digital spaces, the contentious relationship between social media and mental health.

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

037698

Course Schedule