This course provides a balanced exploration of today’s most influential social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. Participants will examine both the benefits and challenges these platforms present, with a focus on how they shape communication, identity, and relationships. Special attention is given to the impact of social media on children and family dynamics, highlighting issues such as digital well-being, online safety, and the pressures of constant connectivity.

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate the advantages and risks of popular social media platforms.
• ‍‍ Analyze how online behaviors influence family interactions and child development.
• ️ Apply strategies for fostering healthy digital habits and setting boundaries.
• Develop tools for guiding children toward responsible and mindful social media use.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and strategies to navigate social media more thoughtfully, ensuring it enhances rather than disrupts family life.

Minimum computer requirements: 

Camera/speakers(audio)
CPU 2 x 1.8GHz 32-bit (x86) 4 x 2.4GHz 64-bit (x64)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB