Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Social Bookmarking

  1. Research online: What is social bookmarking? What are tags? Write in notebook
Use head phones on bottom of my cart
  1. If possible watch short video on social bookmarking http://www.teachertube.com/viewVideo.php?video_id=21531&title=Social_Bookmarking
  2. If possible watch http://www.time.com/time/video/player/0,32068,35042201001_1918215,00.html
  3. Set up a social bookmarking account at either http://delicious.com/ or
  4. http://www.diigo.com/
  5. Add your favorite 5 sites and tags to those sites
Homework/Classwork: Complete any past due work

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Cybercitizens

Learning about becoming a responsible cybercitizen.

1. go to http://www.quia.com/rr/216485.html
2. http://www.quia.com/rr/207900.html
3. play games to get familiar with terms related to computer ethics and security

4. Go to http://www.cybercrime.gov/rules/cybercitizen.htm
5. Read the materials at each link to become a responsible cybercitizen

6. . Research:
Ways to be safe on line.
What to should every cybercitizen be aware of while working online? What is phishing?

7. Write a blog post that explains to your readers how to be safe online and makes your readers aware of the many scams to be aware of online.
a. Be sure to give specific advise
b. Include links to at least 3 websites that give information to help your reader
i. example: Don’t fall victim to phishing. Things are not always as they seem on a page. http://antivirus.about.com/od/emailscams/ss/phishing.htm
Make sure you…..

8. Send me a link to the post.

Homework: Complete the blog post if not completed in class

Monday, December 7, 2009

Video Podcast

What is a podcast? Watch Common Craft Podcasting in Plain English to find the answer.

A video podcast otherwise known as a VODCAST is a useful way to get news and information out to a large audience of viewers. When making a vodcast for this assignment make sure you address the following:
  • Does your podcast contain news related to business?
  • Is the audio clear?
  • Do the visual images enhance the audio message?
  • Is the podcast the appropriate length for the message?
  • Does the podcast keep the audiences attention? Does it convey enthusiasm and personality regarding the topic?
  • Does the podcast flow smoothly?
Steps to completing your vodcast
  1. Research a news story related to business Need ideas - check out this news site http://www.newseum.org/todaysfrontpages/flash/
  2. COMMENT to this blog- include the topic that you use to create your vodcast
  3. Storyboard a news video podcast story
  4. Gather assets - photos or music necessary for b roll
  5. Remember to cite all sources
  6. Plan for filming - props, location, materials
  7. Film - keep in mind sound is the most important element
  8. Edit
  9. Distribute