This Social Media in Emergency Management Study Guide includes 60 true/false, multiple choice, and short-answer questions that complement the five lessons in the open-access Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) IS-42.A Social Media in Emergency Management course. Concepts covered include: the benefits of social media during emergency response, and strategies to combat misinformation, reach citizens, and carry out effective social media planning and coordination.

The study guide can be used for student test preparation, instructor lesson planning, review, and assessment. Instructions for how to complete the free FEMA course and earn a professional certificate are included in the study guide.

This study guide is ideal for university students, working professionals, lifelong learners, and anyone who wants to build their social media skills.

The Social Media in Emergency Management study guide is available to any instructor, student, or professional learner who agrees to the Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) terms of use.

Geospatial perspectives and technologies play a major role in planning for and responding to emergencies. Geospatial tools - from aerial mapping techniques to data acquisition, are changing rapidly as is emergency management as the frequency and magnitude of crises and disasters are increasing.

This OER provides an overview of traditional media platforms for advertising. This module details the benefits of print and broadcast media as well as their unique attributes to connect advertisers with their desired markets. As traditional media adapts alongside digital, it is important to understand the elements of these mediums that make them stand out. This module includes an application exercise that involves applying the information learned to a hypothetical client seeking advice for where to place advertisements. Navigate through the readings in the module and complete the exercise to evaluate your understanding of the material and practice creativity and strategic thinking. 

Why writing is still crucial in a digital and visual world

Short Description:
Print and electronic communication, social media and even visual messaging all require a core skill: writing. Learn how to write and develop messages in different formats from professionals with expertise in different areas of communication.

Long Description:
Print and electronic communication, social media and even visual messaging all require a core skill: writing. This book is a practical guide to planning and writing strategically, concisely and effectively for many of the communication channels used in the current public relations environment. It connects students to professionals with expertise in different aspects of message creation and highlights the types of writing and other skills needed to be competitive in the current communication job market.

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Short Description:
Good writing skills are important in today’s competitive work environment. This is especially the case for communication-related professions such as public relations, brand communication, journalism, and marketing.

Long Description:
Good writing skills are important in today’s competitive work environment. This is especially the case for communication-related professions such as public relations, brand communication, journalism, and marketing. Writing for Strategic Communication Industries emphasizes practical application of academic inquiry to help readers improve their writing skills. This book gives readers: Straightforward chapters that use real-world examples to illustrate key points. Discussion of different writing styles and techniques. Examples of communication materials such as press releases, creative briefs, feature articles, and more. Embedded videos of insights from communication professionals. Tips on pitching to the media. A collection of popular sources for further explanation.

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