The document discusses blogging and provides information about what blogs are, why people blog, examples of different types of blogs, how to find and create blogs, and some tips for blogging. It defines blogs as a series of chronological entries or posts created by an individual that are searchable and allow comments. Examples given include personal blogs, business marketing blogs, and blogs by journalists and government entities. The presentation also provides directions on how to sign up and set up a blog using free hosting services like WordPress, Blogger, and Vox.

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What Is It?What Is It?
 Blogs are found on the Internet.
 The term “blog” is short for web log.
 A blog is a series of entries, or posts created by
someone, stored in chronological order, are searchable,
and allows readers to comment on your content.
 The first “blogger” was a man named Dave Winer and his
blog Scripting News has been in existence since 1994;
you can find it at www.scripting.com.

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Why Blog?Why Blog?
To share information
Personal – blog as a journal
Professional – blog as a product
As part of their work
Journalists – blogs as news outlets
Businesses – blogs as advertising

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Blog Examples:Blog Examples:
 BuzzMachine by Jeff Jarvis:
http://www.buzzmachine.com/
 a blog by a journalist, expressing his opinions on
the latest news stories.
 Library of Congress Blog: http://www.loc.gov/blog/
 example of a government entity using the blog
format to make public their events.

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Blog Examples:Blog Examples:
 Simms Real Estate Blog: http://blog.ssimms.com/
 example of a business using the blog format to
both advertise and communicate with potential
customers.
 CassandraRea Blog:
http://coachcassandra.wordpress.com/
 example of a blog in transition – rather unusual!
This person is transitioning her business blog into
a personal blog.

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How to find BlogsHow to find Blogs
Blog Search Services
 Blog Search Engine:
www.blogsearchengine.com
 Google Blog Search:
www.blogsearch.google.com
Technorati: www.technorati.com

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How to BlogHow to Blog
Getting Your Blog Online
Sign up with one of these free services:
 WordPress: http://wordpress.com
 Blogger (Blog Spot): http://blogger.com
 VOX: http://www.vox.com

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Some Things to KnowSome Things to Know
 Blog hosting services require registration.
 The Permissions settings are very important
for managing comments and who can/cannot
view your blog.
It is possible to include pictures, videos, and
podcasts in your blog.

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Blog Demonstration:Blog Demonstration:
TECH KNOT BLOG
http://techknot.blogspot.com/
 Register
 Set-up
Create posts
Manage comments

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Q & AQ & A

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Q & AQ & A