Blog Post Requirements

“Topic” Post Guidelines:  

• Posts must demonstrate that you have researched your topic.  You are to provide insightful information for students to help them learn about the topic.
• Do not rewrite the textbook or content covered in lectures – you are not trying to demonstrate that you have read the text – you are trying to add to what we are learning in class.
• Posts can be written or video.
• Written Entries:
• Should be 300 – 400 words.
• You must include a “feature” image in your post             .
• You must include one piece of multimedia (photo, video or audio link).
• You must include external links (hyperlinked in-text).
• You must source all referenced content.
• Your post must also be uploaded to the dropbox as a word document.
• Video Entries:
• Should be 3 – 5 minutes.
• You must include a “feature” image in your post             .
• Your video should be edited and interesting (not just you sitting in front of your computer talking for 4 minutes).
• Include a short written introduction describing the topic and include external links to resources referenced in the video.
• Should be hosted on YouTube then embedded into the blog post.
• All posts should be assigned a “student post” label.  Include other keyword labels related to your topic.
• All posts must include your full name.  Include links to your own blogs or twitter feeds if you like.

"Reflection" Post Guidelines:

• Can be written or video
• Should be a personal post about your experience in this course.  Here are some ideas:
• What inspired you?
• What do you think you will you use in the future?
• What part of the course did you like/dislike most?
• What did you want to spend more time on?
• How did you like the blended learning format?

 Comment Guidelines:

• Comment as often as you like (see grading).
• Make sure your comments contribute to the conversation (don’t just post nice job or good idea).
• Be professional not personal.
• Be kind – nothing rude or nasty please!

Grading Considerations:

• Is your entry insightful?  Does it offer a new point of view or piece of information?
• Is your entry credible?  Did you do your homework?
• Is your entry free of errors (spelling & grammar)?
• Is your entry written using the appropriate voice for the audience?

Late assignments will not be accepted. 

If your entry is not posted by NOON on your day you will not receive a grade.