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There are 4 modules in this course
Discover the content marketing and social media ecosystems and how these interconnected channels drive search results to a website. Leverage content marketing and social media as part of your SEO strategy, and how to use influence marketing to establish a website’s authority.
Welcome to Module 1! In this module, you’ll explore the content marketing ecosystem and its connection to search engine optimization (SEO). We’ll begin by reviewing key SEO concepts and examining how on-page and off-page SEO work together to improve online visibility and search rankings. Then, you’ll learn the fundamentals of content marketing, including the purpose and strategy behind five common types of content marketing programs. You’ll also explore best practices for earning high-quality links, understand the “dos and don’ts” of obtaining links, and discover how valuable content can help attract and optimize links naturally. By the end of this module, you’ll be able to develop a content marketing campaign designed to build audience engagement, strengthen online reputation, and increase brand visibility. Let’s dive in!
Welcome to Module 2! In this module, you’ll explore how social media contributes to a company’s online reputation, brand visibility, and overall SEO strategy. You’ll examine the relationship between social media engagement and search performance, and learn how businesses use social platforms to strengthen their digital presence. Throughout the module, you’ll practice strategies for building an effective social media presence, including working with influencers and creating content that resonates with target audiences. You’ll also analyze audience demographics to determine which social media platforms are best suited for specific audiences and marketing goals. By the end of this module, you’ll be able to apply proven social media strategies to grow an audience, increase engagement, and support broader SEO efforts.
What's included
5 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
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5 videos•Total 29 minutes
Module 2 Introduction•2 minutes
Introduction to Social Media Marketing•6 minutes
Social Media Demographics•6 minutes
Building Audiences Through Social Media•9 minutes
Social Media Case Studies•6 minutes
1 reading•Total 30 minutes
Social Media Marketing: The Ultimate Guide•30 minutes
1 assignment•Total 40 minutes
Module 2 Quiz•40 minutes
2 discussion prompts•Total 75 minutes
Social Media Platform•30 minutes
Discussion Milestone 2•45 minutes
Influencer Marketing
Module 3•3 hours to complete
Module details
Influencer marketing is the focus of this module’s topic. At the end of this module, you will be able to define what influencer marketing is and the role it plays in driving reputation and visibility. You will examine what influencers can do for you and the best approaches in building a relationship with an influencer, hint it’s not about manipulation, but building a strong positive relationship!
What's included
6 videos1 reading1 assignment2 discussion prompts
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6 videos•Total 32 minutes
Module 3 Introduction•1 minute
Introduction to Influencer Marketing•6 minutes
Building the Relationship•6 minutes
First Steps in Collaboration•8 minutes
Using Social Media to Network with Influencers•4 minutes
Connecting with the Media•7 minutes
1 reading•Total 20 minutes
What is Influencer Marketing? The Ultimate Guide for 2024•20 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 3 Quiz•30 minutes
2 discussion prompts•Total 105 minutes
Social Media Influencers•60 minutes
Discussion Milestone 3•45 minutes
Creating Outstanding Content
Module 4•3 hours to complete
Module details
In this final module, we'll focus on why world class content is a must! At the end of this module, you will be able to identify great content, analyze which content gets the most shares, and create world class content of your own. You will also create successful partnerships that can help develop your content and ultimately drive your content marketing efforts. Did we mention that content is KING?!?
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8 videos1 reading1 assignment3 discussion prompts
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8 videos•Total 42 minutes
Module 4 Introduction•2 minutes
Market Data on Content Marketing•8 minutes
Anchor Content•5 minutes
Types of Enhanced Content•6 minutes
Partnerships•7 minutes
Content Marketing Case Studies•7 minutes
Review of What We Learned•6 minutes
Course Summary•1 minute
1 reading•Total 15 minutes
10 Case Studies That Show Real Impact of Content Marketing•15 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
Module 4 Quiz•30 minutes
3 discussion prompts•Total 120 minutes
Analyzing Weaknesses in Content Marketing•60 minutes
Discussion Milestone 4•45 minutes
Self-Reflection•15 minutes
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Reviewed on Jan 30, 2021
This course has been very helpful to me. Based on it, I have improved a lot of my skills in digital marketing, not just SEO. Thanks for your instruction, thank you very much!
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Reviewed on Dec 2, 2019
This course gives good amount of information and right amount of tactics for SEO optimization and content marketing, based on how we deal with our day to day activities.
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Reviewed on May 21, 2020
The course is great, I love the course. Additionally, It would be great if instructor provide some skill based tactics for social media marketing. Thanks Instructor.
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