An Introduction to Social Media: X (Formerly Twitter)
As a global space for real-time news, professional networking, and brand promotion, X remains one of the most powerful communication tools available. If you want to join the conversation but …
Overview
As a global space for real-time news, professional networking, and brand promotion, X remains one of the most powerful communication tools available.
If you want to join the conversation but aren’t sure how to begin, An Introduction to Social Media: X (Formerly Twitter) offers a comprehensive overview. Learn how to navigate the X social media platform as we teach you how to set up and secure your account, post engaging content, connect in chats, and watch out for scams.
This online course includes optional support, so you can reach out to your instructor whenever you need help.
Topics we’ll cover
• Introducing X: Primary features and benefits
• Navigating the interface
• Setting up your account and profile
• Controlling your privacy settings
• Posting on X
• Protecting yourself from scams
• Engaging with others on X
• Chatting on X
You can review the full curriculum below for more details.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 9 Lessons
- 46 Days
- X-Formerly Twitter17
- 1.1Welcome3 Minutes
- 1.2SMX Topic 1 – Introducing the primary features and benefits of X9 Minutes
- 1.3SMX-Quiz – Topic 1 Primary features and benefits10 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.4SMX – Topic 2 – Navigating the X Interface5 Minutes
- 1.5SMX – Quiz – Topic 2 – Navigating the X Interface10 Questions
- 1.6SMX Topic 3 – Setting up your account and profile on X8 Minutes
- 1.7SMX-Quiz – Topic 3 – Setting up your account and profile10 Questions
- 1.8SMX Topic 4 – Controlling your privacy settings10 Minutes
- 1.9SMX-Quiz Topic 4 Privacy settings10 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.10SMX Topic 5 – Posting on X9 Minutes
- 1.11SMX – Quiz – Topic 5 Posting on X10 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.12SMX Topic 6 -Protecting yourself from scams and fraudulent activity5 Minutes
- 1.13SMX-Quiz Topic 6 – Protecting yourself from scams and fraudulent activity10 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.14SMX-Topic 7-Best practice for engaging with X8 Minutes
- 1.15SMX-Quiz – Topic 7 – Best practice for engaging with X10 Minutes10 Questions
- 1.16SMX – Topic 8 – Enjoying a Chat4 Minutes
- 1.17SMX – Course Review and Reflection3 Days






