Understand social media content regulation and legal frameworks
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True/False
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Fill Blanks
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Matching
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Comprehensions
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Curriculum
What You'll Learn
01 Introduction to Social Media Law 3 topics
1 Evolution of Social Media Platforms
- Historical Development
- Key Players in the Social Media Landscape
- Business Models and Revenue Streams
2 Unique Legal Challenges of Social Media
- Borderless Nature of Online Communication
- Rapid Content Dissemination
- Platform vs. Publisher Distinction
3 Regulatory Frameworks Overview
- International Approaches to Regulation
- Self-Regulation vs. Government Oversight
- Multi-stakeholder Governance Models
02 Freedom of Expression in Digital Spaces 3 topics
1 Constitutional Protections
- First Amendment Applications Online (U.S.)
- International Human Rights Standards
- Limitations on Free Speech
2 Content Moderation
- Platform Community Guidelines
- Algorithmic vs. Human Moderation
- Appeals Processes
3 Censorship Concerns
- Government-Mandated Content Removal
- Platform Discretion and Bias Claims
- Digital Sovereignty and National Firewalls
03 Privacy and Data Protection 3 topics
1 Personal Data Collection and Usage
- User Tracking and Profiling
- Behavioral Advertising Models
- Data Brokers and Third-Party Sharing
2 Major Data Protection Regimes
- GDPR Framework and Global Influence
- CCPA/CPRA and State-Level U.S. Regulations
- International Data Protection Standards
3 User Control Rights
- Consent Requirements
- Right to Be Forgotten
- Data Portability
04 Intellectual Property on Social Media 3 topics
1 Copyright Issues
- User-Generated Content Ownership
- Fair Use Doctrine and Transformative Works
- DMCA Safe Harbor Provisions
2 Trademark Protection
- Brand Protection Strategies
- Hashtag and Username Disputes
- Influencer Marketing Disclosures
3 Content Licensing
- Platform Terms of Service Provisions
- Creative Commons and Open Source Models
- Embedded Content Rights
05 Defamation and Reputation Management 3 topics
1 Digital Defamation Principles
- Libel vs. Slander in Online Contexts
- Jurisdictional Challenges
- Proving Damages in the Digital Era
2 Intermediary Liability
- Section 230 Protection (U.S.)
- EU E-Commerce Directive
- Global Approaches to Platform Responsibility
3 Reputation Management Remedies
- Right of Reply
- De-indexing and Removal Requests
- Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation (SLAPP)
06 Platform Liability and Immunity 3 topics
1 Safe Harbor Provisions
- Section 230 Communications Decency Act (U.S.)
- DMCA Notice and Takedown Framework
- International Equivalents and Variations
2 Current Reform Movements
- Arguments for Greater Accountability
- Proposed Legislative Changes
- Industry Self-Regulation Initiatives
3 Judicial Interpretations
- Landmark Court Decisions
- Emerging Legal Theories
- Future Directions in Platform Liability
07 Harmful and Illegal Content 3 topics
1 Hate Speech and Extremism
- Legal Definitions Across Jurisdictions
- Platform Detection Methods
- Balancing Free Expression and Harm Prevention
2 Misinformation and Disinformation
- Definitions and Distinctions
- Election Integrity Protections
- Health Misinformation Concerns
3 Child Safety and Protection
- CSAM Detection and Reporting Requirements
- Age Verification Mechanisms
- Online Grooming Prevention
08 Advertising and Marketing Regulations 3 topics
1 Deceptive Advertising Law
- FTC Guidelines (U.S.)
- International Advertising Standards
- Native Advertising Disclosure Requirements
2 Influencer Marketing Legal Framework
- Endorsement Disclosure Rules
- Contractual Relationships
- Liability Distribution Between Brands and Creators
3 Targeted Advertising Regulation
- Demographic Targeting Limitations
- Political Advertising Transparency
- Algorithmic Discrimination Concerns
09 Competition and Antitrust in Social Media 3 topics
1 Market Dominance Assessment
- Network Effects and Entry Barriers
- Multi-sided Platform Economics
- Data as Competitive Advantage
2 Merger and Acquisition Reviews
- Notable Case Studies
- Potential Competition Doctrine
- Regulatory Approaches to Digital Mergers
3 Interoperability and Data Portability
- Mandated Access Requirements
- Open Standards Initiatives
- Competition via Protocol not Platform
10 Global Regulatory Frameworks 3 topics
1 United States Approach
- Federal Legislation and Enforcement
- State-Level Regulations
- Agency Oversight (FTC, FCC, etc.)
2 European Union Framework
- Digital Services Act
- Digital Markets Act
- E-Commerce Directive Legacy
3 Emerging Markets Regulation
- China's Content Control System
- India's IT Rules
- Global South Approaches
11 Content Governance Models 3 topics
1 Internal Governance Structures
- Trust and Safety Teams
- Policy Development Processes
- Enforcement Mechanisms
2 External Oversight Bodies
- Facebook Oversight Board Model
- Independent Review Mechanisms
- Multi-stakeholder Governance Proposals
3 Transparency Reporting
- Content Removal Statistics
- Government Request Handling
- Standardization Efforts
12 Emerging Issues and Future Directions 3 topics
1 Artificial Intelligence and Content Generation
- Deepfakes and Synthetic Media
- Automated Content Moderation
- AI-Generated Content Ownership
2 Decentralized Social Media
- Blockchain-Based Platforms
- Content Permanence Challenges
- Governance Without Central Authority
3 Metaverse and Virtual Reality
- Avatar Rights and Identity
- Virtual Property Ownership
- Cross-Border Regulation of Virtual Spaces
13 Professional Practice in Social Media Law 3 topics
1 Risk Management for Platforms
- Compliance Program Development
- Policy Drafting Best Practices
- Crisis Response Planning
2 Advising Content Creators
- Rights Protection Strategies
- Liability Mitigation Approaches
- Contract Negotiation Frameworks
3 Litigation Strategies
- Jurisdictional Considerations
- Evidence Preservation Techniques
- Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods
14 Ethical Dimensions of Social Media Law 3 topics
1 Digital Ethics Frameworks
- Harm Reduction Principles
- Algorithmic Justice Considerations
- Digital Divide and Access Equity
2 Corporate Social Responsibility
- Human Rights Impact Assessments
- Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Factors
- Stakeholder Engagement Processes
3 Future of Internet Governance
- Multi-stakeholder Models
- Digital Constitutionalism
- Global Digital Cooperation Frameworks
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