Learn the essentials of Facebook, mastering profile setup, navigation, and privacy controls to engage confidently on social media. This course provides step-by-step guidance on using Facebook’s core features, including creating and managing profiles, finding friends, exploring the news feed, and posting updates for a connected online experience.

Getting Started with Facebook

Getting Started with Facebook
This course is part of Facebook For Dummies Specialization

Instructor: Wiley Skills Network
What you'll learn
Create and manage a Facebook profile effectively
Navigate the platform and utilize core features confidently
Configure privacy settings to protect personal information
Skills you'll gain
- Web Content
- Web Presence
- Information Privacy
- User Interface (UI)
- digital literacy
- Relationship Building
- User Accounts
- Communication
- Social Media Strategy
- Data Sharing
- Safety and Security
- Security Awareness
- Online Advertising
- Security Controls
- Registration
- Personally Identifiable Information
- Social Media
- Social Media Content
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Assessments
6 assignments
Taught in English
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