Go to google.com/blogsearch and find a blog post that you like. Try to search for specific things to find recent posts… so instead of searching for “Carolina Basketball” maybe search for “Carolina Clemson” to find analysis of last night’s game. To find a more recent post click “last day” or “last week” on the left hand side of the page.
Look at a bunch of different posts and blogs and try to find one that you would consider returning to regularly. Once you have decided on a post, copy and paste the following questions into the comment window on this post and answer them with a sentence or two each:
Name:
Link to your blog post:
1.What did you search for to find this post?
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at?
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader?
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating?
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you?
Christine Shin
ReplyDeletehttp://sourcesofinsight.com/inspirational-quotes/
1.inspirational quotes
2.It has a myriad of quotes that seem to be thought provoking.
3.He starts off with his own definition of "inspiration." Then, he explains what his blog is about and its purpose to its readers.
4.The layout is simple and clean. It's not too cluttered, yet not too boring either.
5.Well, the author assumes the reader is looking for inspirational quotes, which is true of me since it's the topic I chose to search. However, he allows for a lot of space because he posts different types of quotes for different people. He doesn't really focus on one area, but has his quotes spread out so many people can relate to them.
Dustin Kavanaugh
ReplyDeletehttp://www.thinkingchristian.net/other-beliefs/new-atheism/2013/01/an-atheists-reasonable-proposal/
1. "Physics and Christianity"
2. I find the interaction between people of differing beliefs to be interesting. Originally I was looking for a post about how Physics and Christianity are intertwined, or how they contradict each other. However, the introduction to this post sounded interesting so I decided to choose this one.
3. The author has an introduction that summarizes some of the comments he will later be discussing. He picks some of the more controversial comments to use in the introduction because they are more likely to get the reader hooked and invite them to keep reading.
4. I think the blog has a neutral lay out. It isn't very fancy or super appealing. However, it reads easily and is not overly cluttered or confusing.
5. The blogger assumes that his readers are fellow Christians. He writes in a tone clearly showing his beliefs and his opinion of Stefanelli's comments. This blog is for insiders. I too am a Christian and would thus be considered an insider.
Name: Meredith Parker
ReplyDeleteLink: http://masonlikethejar.blogspot.com/2013/01/an-avett-brothers-new-year.html
1. I searched for "The Avett Brothers New Years Blog".
2. I picked this blog because of the interesting blog name, "Mason...Like The Jar".
3. The blog begins by wishing the reader a Happy New Year and then gives a quick description about the authors experience at the concert. The author hooks the reader by providing awesome pictures from the concert.
4. The blog layout is very inviting and I really like the background wallpaper! The blog is very easy to navigate and reads easily.
5. The blogger assumes that the reader is familiar with the band and the type of music the band plays. This post is more suited for insiders that are familiar with the band and their style. These assumptions are true for me because I am very familiar with the band and have been to numerous concerts including the New Years concert described in this blog.
Hyunseo Albert Kang:
ReplyDeleteFor this post, i researched a blog about the rising band "Imagine Dragons." I researched this band because im fond of the music they have been producing. The introduction the blog was a personal introduction, saying how much the author liked the band. The author tries to engage the reader by telling the audience that the band is interesting. THe blog's layout is somewhat feminne, and as a male reader this seems a bit uninviting, not necessarily intimidating. the blogger conceives the audience by giving a short biography about the band, so if the audience didn't previously know about the band, they know have a general idea of who and what they are. It seems as though the author assumes his or her readers dont know much or anything about the band. Being an avid listener to Imagine Dragons, i didnt know much of the history of the band, so yes, the assumptions are true to me.
http://tinabobeena.buzznet.com/user/journal/17299442/know-imagine-dragons/
Reagan Toal
ReplyDeletehttp://www.newnownext.com/adele-golden-globes-acceptance-speech-skyfall/01/2013/
NEWNOWNEXT: Beyond Trends
1. Adele Golden Globes
2. This post provides the link to her speech as well as being mildly humorous about Adele's flustered and thankful unrehearsed speech. The blog has various posts on multimedia forms ranging from music and television, to style and travel.
3. The post was short and to the point with a very little, but humorous, introduction. The writer views the reader as his equal and uses inclusive words (royal "we") to keep the reader engaged.
4. The blogs layout is pretty standard for a gossip/entertainment news site, though the alarming shade of pink is a little off-putting, but it's only used as a highlighting color on a background of white, so it's not overbearing.
5. The blogger believes that his or her audience is comprised of individuals that largely enjoy entertainment forms, likely teens and young adults, but would like to be kept abreast of what is going on in the times. It's a site that works well for both insiders, who would view often, and outsiders, who want to know about one specific occurrence. The author assumes that the reader knows at least some of the larger names in entertainment nowadays, and for the most part that is true of most people in America currently, including myself.
Name: Annie Twisdale
ReplyDeleteLink to your blog post: http://gymnasticslegends.wordpress.com/2012/05/16/the-class-of-2012-portraits-of-excellence/
1.What did you search for to find this post?
I searched for "olympic gymnastics".
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at? I like learning about the legends of the sport of gymnastics, and that is what the title of this post was about.
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader? This blog post's introduction was simple and to the point. It did not really do anything to hook the reader other than discuss the subject the reader is likely interested in.
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating? This blog's layout is simple. It almost looks like a wikipedia page. It is not necessarily inviting, but it is not intimidating either. It is actually pretty boring.
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you? The author of this post assumes that you care and know a little about the sport of gymnastics. People who have never watched the sport before could read this blog and understand it, but some background knowledge is nice. I know and understand the background of gymnastics, and I also know about the legends of the sport. Those are the people this author is trying to reach.
Anne Clark Hathaway
ReplyDeleteLink: http://keepingitheel.com/2013/01/14/unc-basketball-marcus-paige-is-becoming-the-guy/
1. Carolina basketball ACC season
2. Name of blog, Title of post was of interest and current
3. Hooks reader by optimistic post title, but then reminds readers of all of the negatives surrounding the topic. This makes the reader want to figure out how he came to name his post as optimistically as he did.
4. Looks very easy to follow, easily accessible links etc. Blogger also has other forms of social media that a reader could follow the blogger on as well.
5. This post is predominantly for insiders, but could also be for outsiders ( ex. fans of opposing teams curious about their upcoming opponent). He expects that the readers have been following UNC Basketball because of the nature of his writing. On the other hand, I think a new follower or non insider could read the post and understand what has been going on. I can definitely relate to the post because I have been a long time basketball follower and understand the general feelings the author is referencing. I also understand the historical references to other point guards at UNC because I followed their freshman years intently as well.
Name: Christine Kim
ReplyDeleteLink to your blog post: http://blog.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/7-metabolism-boosting-jump-rope-moves/
1.What did you search for to find this post? I searched "fitness blogs" on google.
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at? The title caught my attention.
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader? The post started off with a question from a reader. The writer speaks to the reader in a friendly and casual manner.
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating? The blog's layout is easy to navigate, which is why I chose it. It is simple but inviting.
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you? The blogger assumes that the reader is looking for advice to help them lose weight/become more fit. This blog is for people who are interested in fitness and for those who need motivation to work out and stay on track. These assumptions are true for me as well because I like learning new ways to change/improve my workouts and diet.
Nakul Patel
ReplyDeletehttp://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/lists/2011/10/the-20-best-pink-floyd-songs.html
1. What did you search for to find this post?
"Pink Floyd blog"
2. What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at?
This post focused on a specific aspect of Pink Floyd's music where others were more general
3. What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader?
The author introduces the topic almost conversationally, but provides relevant information toward the views stated in the blog.
4. What do you think of the blog's layout? Is it inviting or intimidating?
The blog layout is a relatively simple list format, making it easy on the eyes and relatively inviting.
5. How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you?
The author assumes that the reader has enough background on the subject to be interested in the contents of the post, but not enough to be distinctly opinionated about the subject.
Name: Kelly Scalf
ReplyDeleteLink to your blog post: http://www.thefalcoholic.com/2013/1/13/3873228/falcons-seahawks-final-score-30-28
1.What did you search for to find this post?
I searched for "Atlanta Falcons vs. Seattle Seahawks."
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at?
There were several more Seattle-based blogs than Atlanta based, and several of the Atlanta-based ones had not been updated since after the game yesterday. This blog is clearly an Atlanta fan-based blog and has posts from after the game, rather than speculations and previews of the game.
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader?
The intro begins with an exclamation and definitly hooks the reader in. It begins, "My hands are shaking as I type this - ridiculous game!" For anyone who didn't see the entirety of the game, this beginning hooks people by letting them know that this was no dull game or blow-out, it was really close and really exciting.
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating?
The layout is definitely inviting to a reader and clearly shows what the blog is about. If the url was not enough, the pictures and headlines on the homepage certainly give you a sense of what you're getting into - a place for Falcons fans to rave. Each tab is labeled and finding what you're looking for is easy. The comments are also well laid out and the thread is easy to follow.
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you?
The blog seems to be for anyone. Its definitely well visited, as a post from yesterday afternoon already has over 600 comments, so I would say its not really just for insiders. However, the author seems to expect that non-falcons fans do not take the time to read this blog. Its all about positive commentary for the falcons, which I would gladly take part in as a long time Falcons fan.
Katie Brvenik
ReplyDeletehttp://musiciansspco.org/2012/12/28/the-rite-of-winter-save-our-minnesota-orchestras-by-andrea-een/
1. I searched "orchestras" on Google Blogsearch.
2. I was intrigued by this link rather than others because it discusses the struggle of the arts to get by financially these days, a social topic that is important to me.
3. The writer begins with an anecdote describing their concert experience, and then immediately explains how the livelihood of this experience is in danger--which hooked me.
4. To me, the blog seems more on the inviting side. The language it uses is easy to understand and not pedantic. It has a "made at home" feel and isn't too commercial oriented besides advertisements.
5. I think the blogger conceives her audience to be a wide range of people. This post is supposed to make readers think critically, and it doesn't just apply to the "starving artists" themselves. However, I think prior knowledge of how the arts are funded certainly helps.
Tara Moore
ReplyDeletehttp://www.deadline.com/2013/01/golden-globes-2013-red-carpet-who-wore-what/
1. I searched "Golden Globes Fashion" to find this post.
2. I chose this post rather than others I looked at because it had the most description about the outfits rather than just a slideshow. I like the way they have their opinions, yet, the opinions are not very biased and have a general overview of the outfits.
3. The post has an introduction of asking a question to the reader to begin discussing the typical outfit of one attending the award ceremony. The question is a hook to see what the rest of the post has to discuss.
4. I personally am not a fan of the blog's layout because the coloring is a darker shade and not bright, as well as the graphics are not as appealing. Yet, I do like the individual post's layout because the way the photos are added to the column not being very uniformly done.
5. The blogger conceives the audience as being one that knows a lot about fashion. There are designer name droppings and actor and actresses names mentioned that only someone who is usually immersed in the culture of Hollywood and the fashion world would recognize. Therefore I would say this is typically for insiders of the fashion world but not necessarily solely those who know about the actors or actresses described. The author assumes the reader knows what each of the styles are and what is a good or bad look to be wearing to this kind of event. I think this assumption is true for me because I am one interested in fashion and therefore can like reading this post. I also watched the Golden Globes last night and enjoyed watching not only the awards given out, but also the fashion included on the Red Carpet.
Link: http://www.rufusonfire.com/2013/1/13/3871898/bobcats-lose-handle-in-second-half-fall-to-pacers-96-88/in/3633229
ReplyDelete1. Charlotte
2. I enjoy watching basketball and I wanted to read about that more than I did the other posts which were about violence and banking.
3. This posts introduction starts by referencing the last post by the writer. He hooks the reader by stating the fact that the Pacers were down two of their main players which meant that the Bobcats may have had a chance of winning.
4. The blog layout is a little plain except for the main banner which is very colorful and caught my attention. The blog is definitely more inviting than intimidating because it has a wide selection of pictures and captions that seem interesting.
5. This blogger writes to the audience as if they are insiders yet mentions small things, such as the teams previous games and players, so that if you were an outsider you wouldn't be confused and could have some insight. He assumes that they have a basis of knowledge about basketball.
-Alyssa Buchanan
Name: Kaitlyn Boigner
ReplyDeleteLink to your blog post: http://www.psychologyineverydaylife.net/
1.What did you search for to find this post?
I searched "psychology in every day life"
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at?
I chose this post because it seemed the most similar to what I was looking for. It looked the most user friendly and relatable.
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader?
Each post has an large header that has a quick sentence describing what the post will be about, a title. The author puts the title in large orange lettering in order to hook his or her reader.
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating?
I like the blogs layout. It is very intriguing and the color scheme is inviting. It definitely makes me want to read more.
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you?
1. College basketball blog
ReplyDelete2. It was recently made and it has the latest news on the college basketball season and rankings.
3. The author tries to draw the reader by introducing the idea that the rankings will continuously change throughout the season and that many top ranked teams will by upset.
4. It's inviting because there are multiple conversations going on at once that lead bring up different perspectives.
5. The blogger assumes that the reader has some knowledge of the college basketball season like which teams have been the best throughout the season. These assumptions are true of me.
Michael Schefke
Name: Emma Massey
ReplyDeleteLink to your blog post:
http://www.businessinsider.com/
1.What did you search for to find this post? I went to google.com/blogsearch and searched "advertising."
2.What made you choose this post rather than others you looked at?
I chose this blog over the others I looked at because this blog encompasses a variety of interesting topics. In addition to an advertising section, the blog also covers entertainment, retail and sports--topics I am also interested in.
3.What kind of introduction does the post have? How does the writer try to hook his or her reader?
The post I looked at was titled, "The 20 Most Viril Super Bowl Ads of All Time." This writer hooks readers by making his post seem important, almost epic, by using the phrase "of all time," making it seem important. Super bowl ads are notorious for being funny so the author mentioning that the ads are specifically for the Super Bowl provides a hook as well.
4.What do you think of the blog’s layout? Is it inviting or intimidating?
This blog's layout is easy to read and reminds me of an online newspaper layout. The blog is inviting because it uses pictures and also has multiple tabs that make navigation simple for someone who hasn't visited the site.
5.How does the blogger conceive of his or her audience? Is it for insiders or outsiders? What kinds of knowledge does the author assume of his or her reader? Are these assumptions true of you?
Logan Cerwin
ReplyDeletehttp://moreofjesustoday.blogspot.com
1. To find this post I searched "loving Jesus more today than yesterday"
2. I chose this post rather than the others because it is written by a girl who looks like she could be about my age, so the writing style was very similar to something I could see myself writing, but it was clearly done in a way that was much better than anything I could come up with. Everything she said was very relatable and easily understood, and although some of the topics she writes about are hard to hear, she says them in a way that makes me want to listen. Allison truly has a talent of listening to the Lord speaking to her and sharing those thoughts with others.
3. Allison wrote and unbelievably beautiful introduction. Her passion for the Lord shines through her writing and is so inspiring. Anyone seeking for a greater love, something that will turn their life around completely, will be hooked immediately.
4. The layout of the blog is very inviting. The picture at the top is of a cross, shining in the light, with bright colors along the edges. Over the picture states "More today than yesterday (and more tomorrow than today). By this she means that she prays we all will love Jesus and strive to live the life He lived on earth more today than yesterday. That is so comforting and inviting to know that someone out there is praying for me and others, regardless of whether or not she knows us. The font is also very inviting and beautiful, with bold words highlighting the most important statements. Overall, the look of the blog makes me want to read it and see if it is as great as it looks.