Social Computing
Explore online communities and social technology. Learn how to create effective digital collaboration experiences.
Explore online communities and social technology. Learn how to create effective digital collaboration experiences.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Interaction Design Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Understand different types of social software and their applications
Analyze the challenges and opportunities of online collaboration
Learn strategies for successful distance communication
Master principles of effective crowdsourcing
Explore the future of social computing technologies
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.05 Hours PreRecorded video
1 quiz
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There are 3 modules in this course
This course explores the intersection of social interaction and technology, examining how digital platforms can enhance collaboration and community building. Students learn about various types of social software, the challenges of distance collaboration, and effective crowdsourcing strategies. The curriculum covers both theoretical frameworks and practical applications, focusing on creating online experiences that transcend traditional face-to-face interactions.
Connecting People through Technology
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Challenges & Opportunities of Collaboration Online
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Crowdsourcing
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Leading Innovator in Design and Human-Computer Interaction
Scott Klemmer is a distinguished Professor of Cognitive Science and Computer Science & Engineering at the University of California San Diego, where he co-founded and serves as Associate Director of the Design Lab. Previously, he was an Associate Professor at Stanford University, where he co-directed the Human-Computer Interaction Group. Klemmer's groundbreaking work has influenced organizations globally through the development of open-source design tools and curricula. He is recognized for introducing peer assessment in online education, having taught the first peer-assessed course in this format. His accolades include the Katayanagi Emerging Leadership Prize, Sloan Fellowship, NSF CAREER award, and Microsoft Research New Faculty Fellowship. With over 40 peer-reviewed publications, many of which have received best paper awards at premier HCI conferences, Klemmer has significantly contributed to the field of interaction design. His educational background includes a dual BA in Art-Semiotics and Computer Science from Brown University, along with an MS and PhD in Computer Science from UC Berkeley. Klemmer continues to shape the future of design education and research, mentoring a new generation of leaders in the field.
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