Social media: coming to a school near you?

brogan

Is traditional going to become non-traditional media?  Well it seems that the ever-evolving social media is the latest and greatest form of marketing and advertising.  Newspaper is close to extinction, TV and cable spots can be fast-forwarded and people are tuning into satellite radio. I went to MSU’s career fair earlier this week.  All the students were familiar with social media and a few of them seemed to have a better grasp on it than others.  What I’m really trying to say is -  it should become a staple class among advertising college courses today.  And it should be integrated into media buying courses as well.

I know it changes daily  - but that’s the purpose of classroom discussions.  Keeping it fresh!

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brogan
Lauren Cairns (not verified) Says:
Fri, 02/05/2010 - 9:52am

I agree. Didn't you think the career fair was kind of refreshing though? It's cool to see how different the teachings are after such a short time (I did only graduate from MSU 6 years ago). My guess will be that in a year or so social media will be a mandatory course for all students.

brogan
Mike McClure (not verified) Says:
Fri, 02/05/2010 - 10:13am

Absolutely it should be taught. I'm going to be looking for social media coordinators very soon and I'm not sure where they're going to come from - other than just finding ad/marketing students who have a grasp of it on their own. And as you noted, that's very hit or miss. There's no doubt that this is a medium that isn't going away and should become a part of the core curriculum.

brogan
Cole Watts (not verified) Says:
Tue, 02/09/2010 - 10:48am

I totally agree. Teachers preach that Advertising is a constantly changing medium and they have to understand that, that means they have to change their classrooms as well.

brogan
ER (not verified) Says:
Tue, 02/09/2010 - 1:57pm

Yes, social media should be taught in schools. It's definitely a medium that's going to continue to evolve, and many businesses are still either slow to adapt or are making half-hearted attempts to "join the conversation." My big question is, if everyone is posting, tweeting and digging, who is left to listen?

brogan
Jo Lynn Agee (not verified) Says:
Tue, 02/09/2010 - 3:54pm

@Mike McClure - I know of a great one! So if you'd like me to send her resume your way let me know!

@Cole Watts - so true! I graduated a long time ago and obviously Social Media wasn't around like it is now. I only wish it could have been.

@ER - OMG! I was thinking the same thing! Everyone needs to immerse themselves in it! Agencies in particular should invest in sending their employees to conferences, classes and more.

Ahhh! Education! New ideas! I love it!

Thanks for all the comments guys!

brogan
Mike McClure (not verified) Says:
Tue, 02/09/2010 - 4:51pm

Jo Lynn: I'm not quite ready to hire yet, but I'd love to connect with her so I have a someone lined up when the time comes (and it will be soon)You can email me or connect on twitter: @mikekmcclure

Thanks,

Mike

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