Tuesday, May 29, 2012
My experience with Google Maps
View Washburn University in a larger map
I did not get what I wanted on the first try. Go to googlemaps and play around a bit. There is a step-by-step tutorial that will help you as you go. This is something I must explore more. Just make sure when you embed your map on your blog that you paste the code into the html tab. Otherwise, you will only link to the map, but the assignment is to embed it.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Media Bootcamp Week One
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Never just stick a photo, video or audio file into a post without the context. Here are my directions for week one. Please listen. I appreciate any questions or feedback you have. I have also provided my script (it mostly matches) in Angel.
Blog Inspiration
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| http://doorstephome.blogspot.com/ |
This blog is her story of buying a house that needed some work and the process involved. She does a great job of weaving her personal life into a blog that's enjoyable to read, entertaining and includes some great tips also.
Check it out! I'd love to know what you all think of it. Comment below.
Check out her creative use of page names and the information that is contained there to give you an idea about who is writing this blog.
Blog Content Suggestions
1. Choose a topic that you are interested in.
2. Do as much of the work yourself as possible. If you can take photos to use on your site or create graphics, do it. There are free options available, but make sure you read the terms of agreement before you use any image on your website.
3. LINK! Do not copy and paste from other websites. You need to write your own context. Tell the reader why you are sharing the link. If you simply copy and paste, that's academic dishonesty.
4. Keep posts brief and to the point. Add extra spaces between paragraphs to make it easier for your readers.
5. Some of you know Associated Press style. Use it as a guideline for capitalization, titles, abbreviations, acronyms, dates, locations and numbers. If you don't know AP style, just be consistent.
6. Good writing absolutely counts. Stay on Topic. Use proper grammar and punctuation. These are not text messages. Remember, you are striving to produce a professional site. You are creating content for the world to view. Keep the tone of your writing appropriate. Keep the subject matter and content appropriate. I will be reading all of your posts, so keep that in mind.
7. Read and respond to comments when applicable. That's the beauty of a blog. Jot down ideas or text yourself ideas the moment you think of them. Consider adding other links, pages, etc. to further develop your blog.
2. Do as much of the work yourself as possible. If you can take photos to use on your site or create graphics, do it. There are free options available, but make sure you read the terms of agreement before you use any image on your website.
3. LINK! Do not copy and paste from other websites. You need to write your own context. Tell the reader why you are sharing the link. If you simply copy and paste, that's academic dishonesty.
4. Keep posts brief and to the point. Add extra spaces between paragraphs to make it easier for your readers.
5. Some of you know Associated Press style. Use it as a guideline for capitalization, titles, abbreviations, acronyms, dates, locations and numbers. If you don't know AP style, just be consistent.
6. Good writing absolutely counts. Stay on Topic. Use proper grammar and punctuation. These are not text messages. Remember, you are striving to produce a professional site. You are creating content for the world to view. Keep the tone of your writing appropriate. Keep the subject matter and content appropriate. I will be reading all of your posts, so keep that in mind.
7. Read and respond to comments when applicable. That's the beauty of a blog. Jot down ideas or text yourself ideas the moment you think of them. Consider adding other links, pages, etc. to further develop your blog.
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