Format
The text for the blog should:
v offer insights and observations that would benefit others
v explore issues in depth
v provide a forum for sharing thoughts and ideas
v provide information about news events and provide analysis on those events
v provide further research about a topic
v tie lessons to your experiences
The text for the blog should not:
v critique sessions or lessons
v agree or disagree with a point or issue raised
v provide commentary on the community, news events, weather, random thoughts, accommodations at workshops or school, etc.
Each post should:
v be at least 200-250 words but no more than 500.
v focus on one event, one experience, or one point raised.
v be clear as to why the posting is relevant to you and your audience
v ALWAYS end with the following information flush left –
Ø first name & last name
Ø position
Requirements
Each staff member will learn how to post:
v at least two paragraphs of test
v at least one of the postings should have a photo uploaded and placed in the text of the posting
v photos from cell phones are acceptable
v photos should complement the text of the posting
v a comment on at least one posting from other staff members before the deadline
Moderation:
The instructor will moderate all posts and comments. All text must be educationally approved. Any inappropriate text will be removed.
Styleguide
Follow the AP Style Guide for all text. Guidelines will be given in the staff manual.
Deadlines
Deadlines for all blog posts will be strictly enforced.
