Streaming for Social Media (Self-Paced)
Self-paced: Use OBS Studio to prepare live streams and explore social streaming platforms.
Self-paced: Use OBS Studio to prepare live streams and explore social streaming platforms.
This is the self-paced course. For live instruction, enroll in Streaming for Social Media.
In this self-paced course, learn how live streaming can support a social media strategy. Get started with OBS Studio, configure content sources, and prepare a broadcast.
Explore streaming on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok and consider how each platform fits your audience and goals. Platform access and streaming requirements vary by account.
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Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
This course does not qualify for payment plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.
For this course, you are entitled to a 90% refund (your payment less the nonrefundable 10% registration fee) within 30 days of purchase if you have not accessed the course materials.
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