Blogging Basics Media 21 August 2010
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This document provides instructions for students on how to blog. It outlines reasons for blogging such as helping students think critically and see different perspectives. It then gives directions on how to prepare blog posts in Microsoft Word by creating folders and naming files with topic and date. The document provides blogging etiquette tips like only using first names and standard English. It instructs students on focusing writing prompts deeply and using academic language. Finally, it outlines the step-by-step process for accessing the class blog website and publishing blog posts for moderation.
Blogging Basics Media 21 August 2010
- 1. Blogging Basics August 2010 The Unquiet Library Ms. Hamilton and Ms. Lester
- 2. Why blog? Writing is a great way to “think aloud” on paper. Blogs allow us to see what our peers are thinking and writing---blogs are great for giving us insights or helping see a topic in a new light. Blogs encourage critical thinking. Blogs encourage everyone to have a voice in class discussions.
- 3. Before you blog… You should type and save all blog entries in Microsoft Word. Create a folder in “My Documents”. Name your folder “LesterBlogs”. Be sure to give each Word file name that identifies the blog topic and date. Use the spell/grammar check feature in Word (F7).
- 4. Blogging Manners Use only your first name in your posts—we want to be Internet safe and not give any identifying information about ourselves. Use standard American English---someone besides your teacher is your audience! Use appropriate language; avoid slang or web jargon, such as “BFF” or “TTYL.”
- 5. DO……….. Think reflectively and critically. Focus on answer the writing prompt as carefully as you can---think DEEP. Use language appropriate for academic writing.
- 6. DON’T… Use slang. Use abbreviations or web jargon. Reveal any identifying personal information. Get sloppy with grammar, spelling, and punctuation!
- 7. How do I get to the blog? http://connectwithmedia21.wordpress.com Spelling DOES matter---if you do not type the URL correctly, Wordpress will think you are trying to create your own blog.
- 8. Steps for Blogging Respond thoughtfully; type your response in Word. Save and save often! Proofread carefully---spell check is great, but it does not catch every error. Toggle back to your web browser so you can see the blog.
- 9. Steps for Blogging Enter your first name only. Enter your email. If you do not have one, please see Ms. Hamilton. Do not fill in the third box “website.” Copy and paste your text from your Word document.
- 10. Completing Your Blog Post Paste your text. Wait at least one minute---sometimes if you click on “submit” too quickly after text is entered, Wordpress thinks you are just typing “garbage.” Once you have pasted your text and waited 1 minute, click submit. Your post will not appear to the world right away; Ms. Hamilton and Ms. Lester moderate this blog and must approve your comment.