Blogging Assignment
1. You are to create a BLOG using BLOGGER.
Why Blogger? Firstly, it is free. Secondly, it is easy and user-friendly.
3.The expectation is that, during each 30 or 31-day period, you will post at least 4 entries. Of these 4 entries, one topic will be assigned and required, and the others will be left up to you. Optional topics, for those who choose to use them, will be posted on ITSL. The required topic for each period will be posted on ITSL.
4.The requirements for your entries are as follows:
· Each entry must be at least 150 words in length.
· Each entry must exhibit understanding of proper English language conventions (however, you are welcome to use informal language, slang, and / or foreign language words, provided that these appear to be used intentionally).
· Each entry must address a specific topic, specified at the beginning of the entry or in its title.
In addition to the
above requirements, the following strong recommendations will
improve your score for blogging:
· Include at least one image in each entry
· Post at least 5 comments on your classmates’ blogs each month.
· Make an effort to respond / react to your readers’ comments on your blog (as much as is reasonable).
In class each week ( usually on Tuesdays), you will have 20 minutes to compose and edit
your entries and / or browse your classmates’
blogs. However, in order to meet the
above
requirements, you will need to dedicate some time outside of class to
your blog as well.
Please greet this assignment
as a means of honing your writing and creating an interesting,
creative product
– you may even find that you enjoy it. If you find it difficult
to meet the
requirements or come up with interesting things to say on your
blog, please see me for
suggestions and guidance.
Please see the attached blogging rubric
for detailed information on what you will be
assessed for when I grade your
blogs.
GUIDELINES
Obviously,
we’re going to need some guidelines in terms of what is acceptable in these
posts and the comment threads.
- No cursing, vulgarity, crass
jokes.
- No using the comments
threads to spam or promote sites not related to coursework.
- You should be civil, respectful, and conscientious of others AT ALL TIMES.
- Avoid posting or linking
to articles or pictures with overt sexual or violent content.
- While you can encourage
others outside of the class to read and comment, no person who is not
currently enrolled in International English Course can post on your blog.
- Use good common sense when
posting and commenting.
- You cannot post someone else's words. Plagiarism means remark on "Skole Arena".
- Give the reference as soon as you have mentioned someone else's ideas. All the sources must be cited in the APA citation style.
- You are responsible for
what you write; therefore, I’d suggest proofreading your posts before they
go live.
- You cannot use your full
name when posting. You should either use your first name only, or your
initials.
- This task is mandatory!
BLOGGING RUBRIC
Blogging is an act of reflecting and posting one's thoughts
on a given subject or topic. It should be reflective in nature, and make a
personal connection to your learning and/or your classroom. Blogging also
includes taking part in the community by leaving comments on others blog posts.
Thirdly, blogs can be used as digital portfolios that showcase your skills and
improvements in different aspects of learning. We will use blogs throughout the
course to achieve both goals. The
following rubric will be used for blogging activities. Note that not all categories
will be scored for every assignment.
Score
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2
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3
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4
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Idea & Content
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These simple entries lack insight, depth or are
superficial. The entries are short and are frequently irrelevant to the
events. They do not express opinion clearly and show little understanding.
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The posts show some insight, depth & are connected with
events, topic, or activity. Posts are typically short and may contain some irrelevant
material. There are some personal comments or opinions which may be on task.
Posts show some understanding of the topic.
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Posts show insight & depth. The content of posts are
connected with events, topic or activity. Posts may contain some irrelevant
material but are for the most part, on task. Personal opinions are expressed
in an appropriate style. Posts show a good depth of understanding.
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Posts show insight, depth & understanding. They are
connected with events, topic or activity. Entries are relevant with links to
supporting materials. Personal opinions are expressed in an appropriate style
& are clearly related to the topic, activity or process. Posts and
opinions show a high level of understanding and they relate events, learning activities and processes
to the purpose of the activity and outcomes.
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Post Frequency
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Posts are irregular. Events are not recorded as they occur.
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Posts have some timeliness with most key events. Some
comments are replied to.
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Most events are recorded as they happen. Most comments are
replied to in a timely manner. The reply shows understanding.
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All events are recorded in a regular and timely manner.
Comments are replied to in a timely manner. Replies show a dept of
understanding and relates to the comments.
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Quality
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Posts are of very poor quality. There is little to no
evidence of reading other information in order to form new meaning of the
topics at-hand.
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Posts show a below average, overly casual writing with a
lack of attention to style.
Students pay little attention to other reading and mostly regurgitates
previous views.
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Posts show above average writing style. The content
demonstrates that the student reads moderately, and
attempts to build information to form new meaning.
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Posts are well-written, and are characterized by elements
of a strong writing style. The content demonstrates that the student is well
read, synthesizes
learned content and constructs new meaning.
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Voice
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Student voice for the assignment isn’t appropriate
and does not meet the assignment goals.
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Student voice is marginally developed, but still
inappropriate for the audience. The tone is appropriate for some of the
outcomes of the assignment.
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Student voice fits the purpose and outcomes of the
assignment, but still contains some inconsistencies and flaws that take away
from demonstrating understanding.
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Student voice is appropriate for the assignment and
meets the objectives of the writing piece.
The student is meaningful and deliberate in their writing to convey
their understanding in a holistic way.
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Use of Enhancements
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The student did nothing to enhance or personalize the
weblog space.
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There is very little evidence of multimedia enhancement and
the student blog is primarily text-based.
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The student enhanced their
weblog to some extent using video, audio, images or other add-ons.
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The student greatly enhanced their weblog space using
video, audio,
images or other add-ons.
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