REQUIREMENTS
The course structure will follow the five steps mentioned previously, in addition to a more substantive discussion about the definition and nature of “social media.” The term project will also be based on this workflow, with deliverables that reflect each step, including a presentation to the class soliciting feedback for the final written research proposal.

We will also invite guest speakers, who are working professionals in the field, to give us real-life examples of how they conduct their own research strategies and methodologies.

Finally, writing is a fundamental component of this class, and of the MCDM program in general. We will begin the course with a short writing workshop, which will help you enormously both throughout the course, and during your time as a Masters student, as well as throughout your career as a working professional.

As with all MCDM classes, I don’t just see you as “students.” You come to the program with a wealth of experience, and we can all learn from each other. As such, I look forward to your energetic participation and input in class.

This includes writing a "Minute Paper" ( a quick thought or question based on each class) at the end of each of our sessions.

I'll also require you to either comment, or create your own post, on Flipthemedia, once a week. Please make sure that you put your name on your post/comment so I know who said what.

PRIOR TO FIRST CLASS:
- Read Shirky, Chapters 1 and 2.
- Read Booth (if possible), Part 1.