Course Summary
Social Computing is the study of how people use technology to interact with each other, and how those interactions can be leveraged to create better, more engaging experiences. In this course, you will explore the principles of social computing and develop a deep understanding of the technologies that underpin it.Key Learning Points
- Understand the principles and technologies that drive social computing
- Learn how to design and build social computing systems
- Explore the ethical and social implications of social computing
Related Topics for further study
- Social Computing
- Technology and Interaction
- Designing Social Computing Systems
- Ethical Implications
- Social Media Analysis
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a deep understanding of the principles and technologies that drive social computing
- Learn how to design and build social computing systems
- Explore the ethical and social implications of social computing
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic programming knowledge
- Familiarity with social media platforms
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Data Analysis and Visualization
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Abby Rockefeller Mauzé Professor of the Social Studies of Science and Technology
- Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research
Related Books
Description
People are social creatures and the modern Internet reflects that. Technology has made collaboration at a distance possible in new ways that present their own set of challenges. This course will introduce you to the major challenges and opportunities for creating online communities. What does the future hold? Learn how social computing can create collaboration experiences that go beyond what’s possible face to face.
Outline
- Connecting People through Technology
- The Interaction Design Specialization
- Introduction to Social Computing
- What Makes Social Computing Hard?
- Slides
- Challenges & Opportunities of Collaboration Online
- (How) can distance collaboration succeed?
- 6 Questions for Successful Social Media
- Slides
- Crowdsourcing
- Crowdsourcing
- Interview with a Professional Crowdworker
- Slides
- Cumulative Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
The Social Computing course on Coursera has received positive reviews with users praising the engaging content and knowledgeable instructor. One key aspect that many users appreciated was the emphasis on practical applications of social computing.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative content
- Knowledgeable and engaging instructor
- Practical applications of social computing
Cons from User Reviews
- Requires a basic understanding of computer science
- Some technical concepts may be difficult for beginners
- Assignments can be time-consuming
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