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IFS150: Social Media, Society, and Ourselves – 3 credits

Introduction to the role of social media in historical, social, cultural, and political contexts. Examine social media experience through the lens of creator and consumer. Analysis of the impact of social media on information and communication, including its influence on mental health, relationships, and identity formation. Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
30891
Mesa
Online Course
Online
03/2305/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • K. Mickelsen
Open
19 of 24 seats available
    • Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.

      Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
  • Textbook info pending

IFS201: Information in a Post-Truth World – 3 credits

Develop a critical approach to using information as both a consumer and creator. Explore the impact of culture and worldview on how information is created, shared, understood, and used. Utilize analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and synthesis through substantial writing and/or speaking tasks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101 or ENG107.

General Education Designations: L, SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26749
Mesa
Online Course
Online
01/2005/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. McGuire
Open
21 of 24 seats available
    • Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.

      Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
  • Textbook info pending
18262
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
01/1203/02
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • A. Gohr
Open
25 of 25 seats available
    • Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
      8-week class option available
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
      Other materials required: Computer equipped with a microphone or headset
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
18263
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/0904/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
    • Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
      8-week class option available
      Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
      Other materials required: Computer equipped with a microphone or headset
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13094
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
03/2305/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
14 of 22 seats available
    • Notes: Second Eight (8) Week Class
      This class qualifies for the Writing-Certified Class Program Distinction.
      For Honor's option see IFS201 #13092.
      Registered students must have a current email address on file in their Student Center at www.maricopa.edu
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
13092
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
03/2305/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
14 of 22 seats available
    • Notes: Second Eight (8) Week Class
      Honors Option Section: Limited seats reserved for CGCC Honors Program Students only. Honors Advisor signature required.
      This class qualifies for the Writing-Certified Class Program Distinction.
      This is the honor's option for IFS201 #13094.
      Registered students must have a current email address on file in their Student Center at www.maricopa.edu
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

IFS213: Hacking and Open Source Culture – 3 credits

Focus on the multi-dimensions of hacking and open source culture, including rule-breaking, innovation, and creative use of programming/technology. Social, economic, cultural, and political implications of hacking and technology, in historical and contemporary contexts will be addressed. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: H, SB

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
13093
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
01/2003/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • Staff
Open
15 of 22 seats available
    • Notes: First Eight (8) Week Class
      This class qualifies for the Writing-Certified Class Program Distinction.
      Registered students must have a current email address on file in their Student Center at www.maricopa.edu
      Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
      Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor