Module #1 Introduction to Digital Social Change Exploring the intersection of technology and social impact, and setting the stage for the course
Module #2 Understanding Digital Platforms Defining digital platforms, their characteristics, and their role in social change
Module #3 Theories of Social Change Overview of key theories and frameworks for understanding social change, including systems thinking and power dynamics
Module #4 Digital Advocacy 101 Using digital platforms for advocacy, including online campaigns and social media activism
Module #5 Digital Storytelling for Impact The art of telling compelling stories online to drive social change, including the use of images, videos, and narratives
Module #6 Building Online Communities Strategies for creating and engaging online communities around social causes, including online mobilization and participation
Module #7 Digital Organizing and Campaigning Tactical approaches to digital organizing and campaigning, including email marketing, online petitions, and crowdfunding
Module #8 Social Media for Social Change In-depth exploration of social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, and their role in social change
Module #9 Content Strategy for Social Impact Developing a content strategy that drives social change, including creating engaging content, and measuring impact
Module #10 Digital Fundraising and Crowdfunding Using digital platforms for fundraising, including online donation platforms, crowdfunding, and social entrepreneurship
Module #11 Data-Driven Social Change Using data and analytics to drive social change, including data collection, analysis, and visualization
Module #12 Digital Inclusion and Accessibility Ensuring that digital platforms are inclusive and accessible to all, including people with disabilities and marginalized communities
Module #13 Cybersecurity and Digital Risk Management Mitigating digital risks and ensuring cybersecurity for social change organizations and activists
Module #14 Collaboration and Partnerships in Digital Social Change Building effective partnerships and collaborations between social change organizations, technologists, and other stakeholders
Module #15 Measuring Impact and Evaluation in Digital Social Change Evaluating the impact of digital social change initiatives, including metrics, indicators, and assessment tools
Module #16 Digital Technologies for Social Entrepreneurship Using digital technologies to drive social entrepreneurship, including startup models, business planning, and scaling
Module #17 AI and Emerging Technologies for Social Change Exploring the potential of AI, blockchain, and other emerging technologies to drive social change
Module #18 Digital Social Change in the Global South Contextualizing digital social change in the Global South, including challenges, opportunities, and best practices
Module #19 Digital Activism and Social Movements The role of digital platforms in social movements, including online mobilization, protest, and advocacy
Module #20 Digital Governance and Policy Understanding digital governance and policy frameworks that shape the use of digital platforms for social change
Module #21 Digital Skills for Social Change Practitioners Building digital skills for social change practitioners, including digital literacy, online safety, and technology trends
Module #22 Case Studies in Digital Social Change In-depth exploration of successful digital social change initiatives, including lessons learned and best practices
Module #23 Design Thinking for Digital Social Change Applying design thinking principles to digital social change initiatives, including user-centered design and prototyping
Module #24 Digital Social Change and Human Rights The intersection of digital social change and human rights, including online freedom of expression, privacy, and surveillance
Module #25 Digital Platforms for Environmental Sustainability Using digital platforms to drive environmental sustainability, including climate action, conservation, and sustainable development
Module #26 Digital Platforms for Health and Wellness Using digital platforms to drive health and wellness initiatives, including telemedicine, health education, and health advocacy
Module #27 Digital Platforms for Education and Learning Using digital platforms to drive education and learning initiatives, including online education, edtech, and digital resources
Module #28 Digital Platforms for Economic Empowerment Using digital platforms to drive economic empowerment, including financial inclusion, e-commerce, and digital entrepreneurship
Module #29 Digital Platforms for Social Justice Using digital platforms to drive social justice initiatives, including online activism, advocacy, and community engagement
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Digital Platforms for Advancing Social Change career
