Hello Class!
This will be my final post to this blog. I hope that you have learned a bit over the course of the semester. My students never cease to amaze me. I think I learn just as much from my students, if not more, than my students learn from me. In short, I have had a great time with you this semester, and wish each of you a relaxing and fun filled Summer.
I want to thank each and every one of you for making this semester truly wonderful for me. Teaching 5 online classes (and one f2f) was quite difficult, but y'all made it an incredibly enjoyable experience.
As of today, everything should be entered into BB. The final column in the gradebook adds up all of the points you have accrued in the class. Take a look at your total points then compare that number to the following scale to see the grade you earned in Comm 001.
A 900-1,000
B 800-899
C 700-799
D 600-699
F 599 and below
I will post official grades to the mysierra system in a couple of days. The mysierra system will release grades at its own pace.
Again, I have had a great time with you all this semester, and hope that you have a wonderful Summer break!
Signing off for the last time.....
The Blogging Prof
Monday, December 10, 2012
Monday, December 3, 2012
Week of December 3 - 8
Hello Fabulous Students,
As you already know, there is nothing due online this week. We have a meeting on campus on Dec 6th for our final exam. Class starts at 6:30pm, please do not be late. Remember, this test is open book/open notes - so please come prepared.
During our class meeting I will collect the Speech Critique assignment.
There is nothing else due.........y'all have been great this semester. Truly great!!! I'm sad that this will be our last week of class, and our last meeting. :(
See you all Thursday night at 6:30pm.
The Blogging Prof.
As you already know, there is nothing due online this week. We have a meeting on campus on Dec 6th for our final exam. Class starts at 6:30pm, please do not be late. Remember, this test is open book/open notes - so please come prepared.
During our class meeting I will collect the Speech Critique assignment.
There is nothing else due.........y'all have been great this semester. Truly great!!! I'm sad that this will be our last week of class, and our last meeting. :(
See you all Thursday night at 6:30pm.
The Blogging Prof.
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Grades have been updated
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Week of November 26 - December 2
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below). This is our final discussion week, so make it count.
*REMINDER: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, Nov 29th @ 6:30pm.
*Powerpoint Presentation due through email by Monday, Nov. 26th @ 11:59pm.
*Speech Critique Paper due in class on December 6th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What concept or concepts from the class do you thing were the most helpful in preparing your speeches?
2). Which speech was your favorite and why?
3). What are you going to take from this class that will be helpful to you in future endeavors?
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below). This is our final discussion week, so make it count.
*REMINDER: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, Nov 29th @ 6:30pm.
*Powerpoint Presentation due through email by Monday, Nov. 26th @ 11:59pm.
*Speech Critique Paper due in class on December 6th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What concept or concepts from the class do you thing were the most helpful in preparing your speeches?
2). Which speech was your favorite and why?
3). What are you going to take from this class that will be helpful to you in future endeavors?
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Monday, November 19, 2012
Week of November 19-25
Hello Folks,
There is nothing due this week. Y'all have worked incredibly hard all semester, you deserve a week off.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
There is nothing due this week. Y'all have worked incredibly hard all semester, you deserve a week off.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Week of November 12-18
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 15 - Understanding Argument in Persuasion
*Read Chapter 16 - Media Appearances and Other Occasions
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 15 & 16
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on November 15th.
*REMINDER: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, November 15th @ 6:30pm. We will present the Tribute Speeches during our meeting.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review the following Interactive Videos, 15.1, "Schooling: Pro" and "Schooling: Con" on the Interactive Video Website. Respond to the ideas in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech? What types of appeals were used? How did the speaker connect with the audience?
2). Reflect on a recent discussion you've had in which you tried to persuade others to accept your point of view. What types of reasoning did you use? How well did your reasoning work?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 15 - Understanding Argument in Persuasion
*Read Chapter 16 - Media Appearances and Other Occasions
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 15 & 16
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on November 15th.
*REMINDER: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, November 15th @ 6:30pm. We will present the Tribute Speeches during our meeting.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review the following Interactive Videos, 15.1, "Schooling: Pro" and "Schooling: Con" on the Interactive Video Website. Respond to the ideas in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech? What types of appeals were used? How did the speaker connect with the audience?
2). Reflect on a recent discussion you've had in which you tried to persuade others to accept your point of view. What types of reasoning did you use? How well did your reasoning work?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Grades updated in BB
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB for a few items.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB for a few items.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Week of November 5 - 11
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 14 - Speaking to Persuade
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 14
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue writing your Tribute Speech. We will present the Tribute Speech on November 15th @ 6:30pm during our face-to-face meeting.
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on November 15th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Discuss Monroe's Motivated Sequence and the Problem/Solution organizational pattern in detail. Explain which organizational pattern you would prefer to use for the final speech in this course. (This may take a google search of the terms: "Monroe's Motivated Sequence", and "Problem Solution Pattern" in order to better understand each organizational pattern.)
2). How are you immersed in a sea of persuasion? Give some examples of persuasive messages you've received in interpersonal, public speaking, and mass media contexts. What can you do to become a more critical consumer or persuasive messages?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 14 - Speaking to Persuade
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 14
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue writing your Tribute Speech. We will present the Tribute Speech on November 15th @ 6:30pm during our face-to-face meeting.
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on November 15th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Discuss Monroe's Motivated Sequence and the Problem/Solution organizational pattern in detail. Explain which organizational pattern you would prefer to use for the final speech in this course. (This may take a google search of the terms: "Monroe's Motivated Sequence", and "Problem Solution Pattern" in order to better understand each organizational pattern.)
2). How are you immersed in a sea of persuasion? Give some examples of persuasive messages you've received in interpersonal, public speaking, and mass media contexts. What can you do to become a more critical consumer or persuasive messages?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Grades have been updated
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB for a few items.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great evening everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB for a few items.
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great evening everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, October 29, 2012
Week of October 29 - November 4
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 12 - Delivering Your Speech
*Read Chapter 10 - Using Language Effectively
*Quiz on Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13 on BB.
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 10 & 12
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue writing your Tribute Speech. We will present the Tribute Speech on Nov 15th @ 6:30pm during our face-to-face meeting.
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on Nov 29th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). In regards to the following Speech Buddy videos, 10.1, 10.2, 12.1, 12.2, and 12.3: Respond to what you learned in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech?
2). Read the discussion on Flickr regarding sexist language at: http://www.flickr.com/groups/flickrideas/discuss/72157603414562419/ How do you respond to their comments in light of what your textbook says?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 12 - Delivering Your Speech
*Read Chapter 10 - Using Language Effectively
*Quiz on Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13 on BB.
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 10 & 12
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue writing your Tribute Speech. We will present the Tribute Speech on Nov 15th @ 6:30pm during our face-to-face meeting.
*Continue researching your topic for the Persuasive Speech. You will need to bring all research to our meeting on Nov 29th.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). In regards to the following Speech Buddy videos, 10.1, 10.2, 12.1, 12.2, and 12.3: Respond to what you learned in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech?
2). Read the discussion on Flickr regarding sexist language at: http://www.flickr.com/groups/flickrideas/discuss/72157603414562419/ How do you respond to their comments in light of what your textbook says?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Week of October 22-28
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Mandatory Meeting, Thursday, October 25th @ 6:30pm - 9:35pm. W108. We will perform out Informative Speeches, and prepare for the Tribute Speech and Persuasive Speech.
*Powerpoint presentation due by TONIGHT, Monday, October 22 by 11:59pm. Please email me the presentation at the gmail address.
*Outline for the Informative Speech will be due in class on Thursday.
*Self-Evaluation: Please post a self-evaluation to your blog by Sunday. (We will chat about this more during our class meeting).
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Mandatory Meeting, Thursday, October 25th @ 6:30pm - 9:35pm. W108. We will perform out Informative Speeches, and prepare for the Tribute Speech and Persuasive Speech.
*Powerpoint presentation due by TONIGHT, Monday, October 22 by 11:59pm. Please email me the presentation at the gmail address.
*Outline for the Informative Speech will be due in class on Thursday.
*Self-Evaluation: Please post a self-evaluation to your blog by Sunday. (We will chat about this more during our class meeting).
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Week of October 15-21
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 11 - Integrating Presentational Media
*Watch all Chapter 11 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Powerpoint presentation due by Monday, October 22nd @ 11:59pm (8 slides maximum). Please submit your powerpoint presentation through email to my gmail account.
*Mandatory Meeting reminder: We will present out Informative Speeches on October 25th beginning promptly at 6:30pm. Please arrive on time to our meeting.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). With digital visual and audio files, it's easy to alter an original photograph, video, song, or taped conversation. What are a speaker's ethical responsibilities when developing presentation media for a speech?
2). Reflect on a public speaking event you've attended recently, or one that you recall particularly well, in which the speaker used presentation media. How effective was the speaker's use of presentation media? How did the media add to the speech? Were there ways in which the presentation media detracted from the speech? How might the speaker have improved his or her use of presentation media?
3). Pick one concept from the reading or videos, this week, and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 11 - Integrating Presentational Media
*Watch all Chapter 11 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Powerpoint presentation due by Monday, October 22nd @ 11:59pm (8 slides maximum). Please submit your powerpoint presentation through email to my gmail account.
*Mandatory Meeting reminder: We will present out Informative Speeches on October 25th beginning promptly at 6:30pm. Please arrive on time to our meeting.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). With digital visual and audio files, it's easy to alter an original photograph, video, song, or taped conversation. What are a speaker's ethical responsibilities when developing presentation media for a speech?
2). Reflect on a public speaking event you've attended recently, or one that you recall particularly well, in which the speaker used presentation media. How effective was the speaker's use of presentation media? How did the media add to the speech? Were there ways in which the presentation media detracted from the speech? How might the speaker have improved his or her use of presentation media?
3). Pick one concept from the reading or videos, this week, and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Week of October 8-14
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 13 - Speaking to Inform
*Read Chapter 9 - Beginning and Ending your Speech
*Watch all Chapter 9 & 13 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue researching and writing your Informative Speech Topic (reminder, you need at least 4 credible sources to inform your speech).
*Reminder: We will meet on Thursday, October 25th to perform our Informative Speeches. Mark your calendars!!!
*Powerpoint Presentation Due for Informative Speech on October22nd @ 11:59pm.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review the following Interactive Videos" 9.1, 9.2, 13.1A, 13.1B, and "Use It" 13.1 on the Interactive Video website. Respond to the ideas in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful for your next speech?
2). What components, according to your book, go into an introduction and conclusion? How are you going to use these ideas in your Informative Speech? Please give specific examples! Write out part of your intro and conclusion in your blog post.
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 13 - Speaking to Inform
*Read Chapter 9 - Beginning and Ending your Speech
*Watch all Chapter 9 & 13 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Continue researching and writing your Informative Speech Topic (reminder, you need at least 4 credible sources to inform your speech).
*Reminder: We will meet on Thursday, October 25th to perform our Informative Speeches. Mark your calendars!!!
*Powerpoint Presentation Due for Informative Speech on October22nd @ 11:59pm.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review the following Interactive Videos" 9.1, 9.2, 13.1A, 13.1B, and "Use It" 13.1 on the Interactive Video website. Respond to the ideas in the videos. What did you learn that could be helpful for your next speech?
2). What components, according to your book, go into an introduction and conclusion? How are you going to use these ideas in your Informative Speech? Please give specific examples! Write out part of your intro and conclusion in your blog post.
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Grades Updated in BB
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Demonstration Speech
Demonstration Participation (attendance for the Demo Speech day)
Self-Evaluation #1
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Demonstration Speech
Demonstration Participation (attendance for the Demo Speech day)
Self-Evaluation #1
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, October 1, 2012
Week of October 1-7
Hello Folks,
There is only one thing due this week: MIDTERM! Please log into Blackboard and complete the midterm by Sunday, October 7th @ 11:59pm. Be sure to start your test early in case you run into any technical difficulties, and be sure to have it submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday night.
If you run into any issues with the test, please email me at my gmail account at: sierracomm001 at gmail dot com
Let me know if you run into any issues.
Good luck on the midterm.
The Blogging Prof.
There is only one thing due this week: MIDTERM! Please log into Blackboard and complete the midterm by Sunday, October 7th @ 11:59pm. Be sure to start your test early in case you run into any technical difficulties, and be sure to have it submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday night.
If you run into any issues with the test, please email me at my gmail account at: sierracomm001 at gmail dot com
Let me know if you run into any issues.
Good luck on the midterm.
The Blogging Prof.
Friday, September 28, 2012
Demonstration Speech Wrap-Up and Reminders
Hello Fabulous Folks,
Great job on your speeches overall last night. Please do not be dismayed if you earned less than you had hoped - this was the first major speaking assignment and it was worth 10% of your grade. That means that if you earned a 85/100 (or a B), you only missed 15 points out of a class total of 1,000. This is great news because you can vastly improve your grade by doing just a few small things, which I noted on the grading sheet I handed out to you last night.
Here are some reminders from our meeting last night:
1). Informative Speech Topics have already been chosen (if you missed class, you'll need to email me immediately with your informative speech topic).
2). The informative speech will be a 4min 30sec - 5min 30sec speech. The assignment sheet notes a 5-6 minute speech, but we have shortened that time to allow for all students to present in a timely manner.
3). A powerpoint presentation is required for the Informative Speech. The powerpoint presentation is due NO LATER than Monday, October 22nd @ 11:59pm. This means that you should email me your powerpoint presentation prior to this date/time. As a reminder, you should include no more than 8 slides.
4). Self-Evaluation #1 is due by Sunday, September 30th @ 11:59pm. You should post your self-evaluation to your blog, and it should be in essay format. Follow the assignment sheet I handed out last night.
Let me know if any questions arise.
:)
TBP
Great job on your speeches overall last night. Please do not be dismayed if you earned less than you had hoped - this was the first major speaking assignment and it was worth 10% of your grade. That means that if you earned a 85/100 (or a B), you only missed 15 points out of a class total of 1,000. This is great news because you can vastly improve your grade by doing just a few small things, which I noted on the grading sheet I handed out to you last night.
Here are some reminders from our meeting last night:
1). Informative Speech Topics have already been chosen (if you missed class, you'll need to email me immediately with your informative speech topic).
2). The informative speech will be a 4min 30sec - 5min 30sec speech. The assignment sheet notes a 5-6 minute speech, but we have shortened that time to allow for all students to present in a timely manner.
3). A powerpoint presentation is required for the Informative Speech. The powerpoint presentation is due NO LATER than Monday, October 22nd @ 11:59pm. This means that you should email me your powerpoint presentation prior to this date/time. As a reminder, you should include no more than 8 slides.
4). Self-Evaluation #1 is due by Sunday, September 30th @ 11:59pm. You should post your self-evaluation to your blog, and it should be in essay format. Follow the assignment sheet I handed out last night.
Let me know if any questions arise.
:)
TBP
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Grades have been updated in BB
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept. 10-16
Discussion Week of Sept. 17-23
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept. 10-16
Discussion Week of Sept. 17-23
As a reminder, it is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Week of September 24-30
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Mandatory Meeting, Thursday,September 27th @ 6:30pm - 9:35pm. W108. We will perform our Demonstration Speeches, and prepare for the Informative Speeches.
*Review for Midterm: The midterm will be next week, and will cover chapters 1-8. Please review your course text.
*Self-Evaluation: We'll chat about this in class on Thursday.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Mandatory Meeting, Thursday,September 27th @ 6:30pm - 9:35pm. W108. We will perform our Demonstration Speeches, and prepare for the Informative Speeches.
*Review for Midterm: The midterm will be next week, and will cover chapters 1-8. Please review your course text.
*Self-Evaluation: We'll chat about this in class on Thursday.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Week of Sept. 17 - 23
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 8 - Organizing and Outlining Your Ideas
*Read Chapter 7 - Supporting Your Ideas
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 7 & 8
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Face-2-face meeting: Your Demonstration Speeches and Outlines are due in class when we meet on September 27th @ 6:30pm in W-108.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). In regards to the following Speech Buddy videos, 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 and 8.2: What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech?
2). When do you find that giving facts and statistics are most effective in a speech? When are giving facts and statistics not as effective?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 8 - Organizing and Outlining Your Ideas
*Read Chapter 7 - Supporting Your Ideas
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos associated with Chapters 7 & 8
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Face-2-face meeting: Your Demonstration Speeches and Outlines are due in class when we meet on September 27th @ 6:30pm in W-108.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). In regards to the following Speech Buddy videos, 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 and 8.2: What did you learn that could be helpful in your speech?
2). When do you find that giving facts and statistics are most effective in a speech? When are giving facts and statistics not as effective?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Friday, September 14, 2012
Grades have been updated in Blackboard
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept3-9
I normally will not email you individually regarding your grades. It is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into BB for the following items:
Discussion Week of Sept3-9
I normally will not email you individually regarding your grades. It is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, September 10, 2012
Week of September 10-16
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 5 - Adapting to Your Audience
*Watch all Chapter 5 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Start researching your Demonstration Speech Topic (reminder, you need at least 4 credible sources to inform your speech). Outlines will be due in class on Sep. 27th when we meet to present our Demonstration Speeches.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review Drinking and Light Pollution Videos on the Speech Buddy website in accordance with Chapter 5. Respond to each video. What did the speaker to well? What can you learn from watching these videos?
2). Discuss the importance of audience analysis and audience adaptation in the speech development process. Also discuss how you plan on using audience analysis in your speech.
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 5 - Adapting to Your Audience
*Watch all Chapter 5 Speech Buddy Videos
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Start researching your Demonstration Speech Topic (reminder, you need at least 4 credible sources to inform your speech). Outlines will be due in class on Sep. 27th when we meet to present our Demonstration Speeches.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). Speech Buddy: Review Drinking and Light Pollution Videos on the Speech Buddy website in accordance with Chapter 5. Respond to each video. What did the speaker to well? What can you learn from watching these videos?
2). Discuss the importance of audience analysis and audience adaptation in the speech development process. Also discuss how you plan on using audience analysis in your speech.
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Friday, September 7, 2012
Grades have been updated in Blackboard
Hello Fabulous Students,
I have entered grade into D2L for the following items:
Created Blog - this means that you created and sent me your information by the due date. If you have received no credit for this item it is because you did not send me your information by the deadline.
Culture Speech - this is the speech we performed last night.
Discussion Week of Aug 27 - Sept. 2 - This will be entered by tomorrow night at the latest. Check back for an update.
I normally will not email you individually regarding your grades. It is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
I have entered grade into D2L for the following items:
Created Blog - this means that you created and sent me your information by the due date. If you have received no credit for this item it is because you did not send me your information by the deadline.
Culture Speech - this is the speech we performed last night.
Discussion Week of Aug 27 - Sept. 2 - This will be entered by tomorrow night at the latest. Check back for an update.
I normally will not email you individually regarding your grades. It is your responsibility to check your grades often (at least once a week), and email me if you have any questions.
Have a great day everyone!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Mandatory Meeting Tonight - 9/6
Hello Brilliant Speakers,
As you know, there is a mandatory meeting tonight in room W108 @ 6:30pm. Please bring the following items with you for our meeting:
1). Culture planner (typed - I do not accept handwritten work)
2). Notecard - 1 notecard may be used during your speech
3). Visual Aid - make sure it's large enough for the whole class to see
4). Demonstration Speech Assignment sheet - bring with you to class so we can discuss it
5). 3 possible topics for the Demonstration Speech assignment
Be sure that you are ON TIME for the meeting.
See you all at 6:30pm sharp!!!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
As you know, there is a mandatory meeting tonight in room W108 @ 6:30pm. Please bring the following items with you for our meeting:
1). Culture planner (typed - I do not accept handwritten work)
2). Notecard - 1 notecard may be used during your speech
3). Visual Aid - make sure it's large enough for the whole class to see
4). Demonstration Speech Assignment sheet - bring with you to class so we can discuss it
5). 3 possible topics for the Demonstration Speech assignment
Be sure that you are ON TIME for the meeting.
See you all at 6:30pm sharp!!!
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Culture Speech Reminders
Hello Class,
As you know, this week we will meet to present our Culture Speeches. Per the assignment sheet, you should prepare a 2-3 minute speech based on what we discussed during our first face-to-face class session. Here are somethings to keep in mind for the coming speech:
1). The speech should end within 2-3 minutes.
2). The Culture Speech Planner (outline) should be typed. I do not accept handwritten work.
3). You should follow the Planner (or outline) closely as I mentioned in class. This means that you should have a full paragraph introduction, 1 sentence for main point #1, 1 sentence for main point #2, 1 sentence for main point #3, and a full paragraph conclusion.
4). You should utilize the concepts Attention Getter and Effective Closing (or effective last sentence).
5). 1 (one) notecard may be used. No more than one (1) notecard.
6). A visual aid must be brought into class to enhance one of your speech points. (Please do not wear a visual aid).
7). Practice your speech at least 7 times before you come to class. Get feedback from another person if possible.
As a reminder, you should have already reviewed the Demonstration Speech assignment. Please bring at least 3 ideas for your Demonstration Speech, as I do not allow repetitive topics.
See you all soon,
The Blogging Prof.
As you know, this week we will meet to present our Culture Speeches. Per the assignment sheet, you should prepare a 2-3 minute speech based on what we discussed during our first face-to-face class session. Here are somethings to keep in mind for the coming speech:
1). The speech should end within 2-3 minutes.
2). The Culture Speech Planner (outline) should be typed. I do not accept handwritten work.
3). You should follow the Planner (or outline) closely as I mentioned in class. This means that you should have a full paragraph introduction, 1 sentence for main point #1, 1 sentence for main point #2, 1 sentence for main point #3, and a full paragraph conclusion.
4). You should utilize the concepts Attention Getter and Effective Closing (or effective last sentence).
5). 1 (one) notecard may be used. No more than one (1) notecard.
6). A visual aid must be brought into class to enhance one of your speech points. (Please do not wear a visual aid).
7). Practice your speech at least 7 times before you come to class. Get feedback from another person if possible.
As a reminder, you should have already reviewed the Demonstration Speech assignment. Please bring at least 3 ideas for your Demonstration Speech, as I do not allow repetitive topics.
See you all soon,
The Blogging Prof.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Week of September 3 - 9
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 6 - Researching Your Speech
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*MANDATORY MEETING: The Culture Speech will be due on Sept 6th @ 6:30pm in W108. I will post a bit about the speech early in the week, so look out for a post about the coming speech.
*Review the Demonstration Speech assignment. We will discuss this assignment in class tonight.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What experience do you have with conducting research interviews? What went well? What needed improvement? Share your advice with your class members.
2). Watch all Speech Buddy videos that are related to Chapter 6. Respond to the videos. What did you learn that was helpful? What information from these videos will you use in the preparation process for your speeches in this course?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. The schedule for the entire semester, and the discussion questions for the entire semester are listed on the Schedule and Participation Pages, respectively. In case you do not want to wait for the "Monday Post", you are more than welcome to get started by looking at those two pages on BB.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 6 - Researching Your Speech
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*MANDATORY MEETING: The Culture Speech will be due on Sept 6th @ 6:30pm in W108. I will post a bit about the speech early in the week, so look out for a post about the coming speech.
*Review the Demonstration Speech assignment. We will discuss this assignment in class tonight.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What experience do you have with conducting research interviews? What went well? What needed improvement? Share your advice with your class members.
2). Watch all Speech Buddy videos that are related to Chapter 6. Respond to the videos. What did you learn that was helpful? What information from these videos will you use in the preparation process for your speeches in this course?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
Saturday, September 1, 2012
Trouble Commenting?
Hello Folks,
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you comment on a blog post, you should always reload the webpage (or return later) to see if you can see your comments published. If you cannot see your comments published on the other students blog post I cannot see your comments to give you points for them. You should always keep track of your posts and comments by using the "Track Posts and Comments" sheet that is uploaded to BB under "Getting Started". However, it is your responsibility to make sure that your posts are published correctly. 99 times out of 100, comments that are not posted correctly is user error.
If you have trouble commenting on posts, please follow these directions:
1). Make sure you are using Firefox as your web-browser (download HERE)
2). Open up Firefox as your web-browser and log into your blog.
3). Open a new tab in the web-browser and link to my blog, and start reading other students blogs (student blog tab is at the top). Once you have found a blog you want to comment on, click "comment" below the post.
4). Type in your comment and then click on the drop down menu where it says "Comment As".
5). Choose "Google Account"
6). Since you are already logged into your blog in one of the open tabs, you should have no problem seeing your comment.
You can certainly experiment by leaving a message on one of my blog posts if you'd like.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you comment on a blog post, you should always reload the webpage (or return later) to see if you can see your comments published. If you cannot see your comments published on the other students blog post I cannot see your comments to give you points for them. You should always keep track of your posts and comments by using the "Track Posts and Comments" sheet that is uploaded to BB under "Getting Started". However, it is your responsibility to make sure that your posts are published correctly. 99 times out of 100, comments that are not posted correctly is user error.
If you have trouble commenting on posts, please follow these directions:
1). Make sure you are using Firefox as your web-browser (download HERE)
2). Open up Firefox as your web-browser and log into your blog.
3). Open a new tab in the web-browser and link to my blog, and start reading other students blogs (student blog tab is at the top). Once you have found a blog you want to comment on, click "comment" below the post.
4). Type in your comment and then click on the drop down menu where it says "Comment As".
5). Choose "Google Account"
6). Since you are already logged into your blog in one of the open tabs, you should have no problem seeing your comment.
You can certainly experiment by leaving a message on one of my blog posts if you'd like.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
How to Contact Your Instructor
Hello Folks!
As you are getting established in the class, I will direct you to a few things. The first being how you contact me. If you haven't already, please review the entire syllabus. The syllabus can be downloaded from BB. Please download the syllabus and read it thoroughly.
You can contact me a few ways:
1). I normally hold office hours on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 10:00am to 11:00am. You can contact me in 'real time' through Yahoo Messenger. See photo below for an example of where to find my listed office hours:
2). During office hours I am readily available through email. I check my email often during office hours, because hey, I'm on my computer anyway, right? :)
3). Appointment: We can always chat over the phone by setting up an appointment ahead of time. I can also chat almost immediately during my office hours. Some students are intimidated by chatting with their professor over the phone. However, I assure you that I chat with students over the phone every semester, so it's common practice for me.
As you are getting established in the class, I will direct you to a few things. The first being how you contact me. If you haven't already, please review the entire syllabus. The syllabus can be downloaded from BB. Please download the syllabus and read it thoroughly.
You can contact me a few ways:
1). I normally hold office hours on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 10:00am to 11:00am. You can contact me in 'real time' through Yahoo Messenger. See photo below for an example of where to find my listed office hours:
2). During office hours I am readily available through email. I check my email often during office hours, because hey, I'm on my computer anyway, right? :)
3). Appointment: We can always chat over the phone by setting up an appointment ahead of time. I can also chat almost immediately during my office hours. Some students are intimidated by chatting with their professor over the phone. However, I assure you that I chat with students over the phone every semester, so it's common practice for me.
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Books on Reserve
Hello Class,
Last semester I placed two textbooks on reserve at the library. There are 2 copies of the book in the library on campus. One copy is edition 2, and one copy is edition 1.
You can use the book for up to two hours, copy pages, etc...., but cannot remove the book from the library.
Also, here is a link to the Coopman book on google books. I don't think this is a complete version of the book, but it may help if you haven't received your book yet.
http://books.google.com/books?id=SE9YQ8l5afcC&printsec=frontcover&dq=coopman+public+speaking+the+evolving+art&hl=en&sa=X&ei=gmMpT7SFN-ThiAKD2KTLCg&ved=0CE8Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
All students should have access to the course textbook since I have put two copies on hold in the library.
Last semester I placed two textbooks on reserve at the library. There are 2 copies of the book in the library on campus. One copy is edition 2, and one copy is edition 1.
You can use the book for up to two hours, copy pages, etc...., but cannot remove the book from the library.
Also, here is a link to the Coopman book on google books. I don't think this is a complete version of the book, but it may help if you haven't received your book yet.
http://books.google.com/books?id=SE9YQ8l5afcC&printsec=frontcover&dq=coopman+public+speaking+the+evolving+art&hl=en&sa=X&ei=gmMpT7SFN-ThiAKD2KTLCg&ved=0CE8Q6AEwAA#v=onepage&q&f=false
All students should have access to the course textbook since I have put two copies on hold in the library.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
FAQ
Some of you have emailed me with questions and I thought it would be helpful if the entire class saw the answers. Here you go:
1). Q- Do I have to post on 3 different blogs? Or can I post two or three times on the same blog as long as they are different posts?
A- You should comment on 3 different blogs if possible, but will not be deducted points for commenting on the same blog..
2). Q- How do you keep track of our posts and comments?
A- I keep track of every post and comment on a spreadsheet every week we have a discussion. Each post you make on your blog will have a date and time stamp and I keep track of them to make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. Then, I check all comments made for that week. I will record the location of your comments.
3). Q- If I comment on someones post from last week, will I get credit?
A- No, I only check the blog posts for that week. Make sure you are checking the dates of the posts you are commenting on and of course, the content of the question to make sure it is an appropriate post.
4). Q- Do comments have to be at least 100 words?
A- Yes, while posts require 150 words, comments need to be at least 100 words. I do word counts on all posts and comments to make sure you are reaching the word minimum. Of course you can post more than the minimum amount of words required, but please meet the minimum.
5). Q- Should I keep track of the location of my comments?
A- Yes. Please keep track of comments and locations in case there is a discrepancy in recording or grading.
6). Q- What do I post as a comment?
A- Whatever you'd like as long as it has to do with the content of the post and related to the question I have asked. You can agree, disagree, add to the comment, ask thoughtful questions to the poster,give feedback, etc.... The comment content is up to you as long as it relates to course material, and of course the post itself.
7). Q- If I comment back to someone on my blog, do I get credit for it?
A- In short, no. You will only get credit for your three posts and three comments on other people's blogs. However, when someone asks you a question face to face, do you ignore them or give them the courtesy of an answer?
8). Q- How do you grade posts?
A- Content, answering the question in full, expressed thoughtfulness of course content and of course word count.
9). Q- Can I post to my blog and comment at the same time?
A- Yes. You only need to worry about posting 12 hours apart on YOUR blog. You can comment anytime as long as it is within our discussion week (12:01am on Monday through 11:59pm on Sunday). You can post to your blog and then comment at the same time.....or you can do all three comments at the same time. As long as the posts on your blog are 12 hours apart, go ahead and make three comments on three different blogs at any point during our discussion week. Make sure you comment on a qualifying post on the other persons blog. This means you must comment on a post that was made during the current discussion week.
1). Q- Do I have to post on 3 different blogs? Or can I post two or three times on the same blog as long as they are different posts?
A- You should comment on 3 different blogs if possible, but will not be deducted points for commenting on the same blog..
2). Q- How do you keep track of our posts and comments?
A- I keep track of every post and comment on a spreadsheet every week we have a discussion. Each post you make on your blog will have a date and time stamp and I keep track of them to make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. Then, I check all comments made for that week. I will record the location of your comments.
3). Q- If I comment on someones post from last week, will I get credit?
A- No, I only check the blog posts for that week. Make sure you are checking the dates of the posts you are commenting on and of course, the content of the question to make sure it is an appropriate post.
4). Q- Do comments have to be at least 100 words?
A- Yes, while posts require 150 words, comments need to be at least 100 words. I do word counts on all posts and comments to make sure you are reaching the word minimum. Of course you can post more than the minimum amount of words required, but please meet the minimum.
5). Q- Should I keep track of the location of my comments?
A- Yes. Please keep track of comments and locations in case there is a discrepancy in recording or grading.
6). Q- What do I post as a comment?
A- Whatever you'd like as long as it has to do with the content of the post and related to the question I have asked. You can agree, disagree, add to the comment, ask thoughtful questions to the poster,give feedback, etc.... The comment content is up to you as long as it relates to course material, and of course the post itself.
7). Q- If I comment back to someone on my blog, do I get credit for it?
A- In short, no. You will only get credit for your three posts and three comments on other people's blogs. However, when someone asks you a question face to face, do you ignore them or give them the courtesy of an answer?
8). Q- How do you grade posts?
A- Content, answering the question in full, expressed thoughtfulness of course content and of course word count.
9). Q- Can I post to my blog and comment at the same time?
A- Yes. You only need to worry about posting 12 hours apart on YOUR blog. You can comment anytime as long as it is within our discussion week (12:01am on Monday through 11:59pm on Sunday). You can post to your blog and then comment at the same time.....or you can do all three comments at the same time. As long as the posts on your blog are 12 hours apart, go ahead and make three comments on three different blogs at any point during our discussion week. Make sure you comment on a qualifying post on the other persons blog. This means you must comment on a post that was made during the current discussion week.
Monday, August 27, 2012
Week of August 27 - September 2
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. If you haven't already, please get to know the materials well, that I have uploaded to BB. It is recommended that you keep a binder for this class, and print out the materials on BB so you can have them close to you at all times.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 2 - Building Your Confidence
*Read Chapter 4 - Developing Your Purpose and Topic
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos for Chapters 2 & 4, on the interactive video website
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Start working on your first speech: The Culture Speech, which we covered in class. This speech will be due at our next class meeting on September 6th @ 6:30pm in W108.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What makes you apprehensive about public speaking? (Read the chapter first, and make sure to include chapter material in your answer).
2). Speech Buddy Videos: Watch in the Interactive Videos (Speech Buddy Videos) and respond. Watch videos 2.1, 2.2 and "Intro Jessica". What did you learn? What was useful in the videos that you can apply to your speeches or speech preparation process?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
In case there is any confusion, here is how you create a new post using the old blogger interface:
*Log into your blogger account
*Click "New Post"
*Type a Title
*Type your post into the big box
*Click "Publish Post"
If you do not Publish Post, your post will not become public.
For the upcoming discussion week, you will do the same thing for each question I pose, but you will write and publish your posts at least 12 hours apart. (See the "Participation Page" on BB for more detail about participation in this course).
Here is what is listed on the Participation Page from BB for this week. If you haven't already, please get to know the materials well, that I have uploaded to BB. It is recommended that you keep a binder for this class, and print out the materials on BB so you can have them close to you at all times.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 2 - Building Your Confidence
*Read Chapter 4 - Developing Your Purpose and Topic
*Watch all Speech Buddy Videos for Chapters 2 & 4, on the interactive video website
*Participate in the discussion (see questions below)
*Start working on your first speech: The Culture Speech, which we covered in class. This speech will be due at our next class meeting on September 6th @ 6:30pm in W108.
Discussion Questions:
Answer one question in its entirety in each of your three separate posts, at least 12 hours apart. Please make sure you are creating a NEW POST for each question on your blog. You MUST WAIT at least 12 hours from the first post in order to create a second post. The same is true for the second and third post. I will record dates and time of your posts, so make sure they are at least 12 hours apart. EACH POST MUST BE 150 WORDS OR MORE. Each post is worth a maximum of 5 points.
1). What makes you apprehensive about public speaking? (Read the chapter first, and make sure to include chapter material in your answer).
2). Speech Buddy Videos: Watch in the Interactive Videos (Speech Buddy Videos) and respond. Watch videos 2.1, 2.2 and "Intro Jessica". What did you learn? What was useful in the videos that you can apply to your speeches or speech preparation process?
3). Pick one concept from the reading this week and discuss it in detail.
Comments - Remember to post ONE comment ON THREE DIFFERENT BLOGS between 12:01am on Monday and 11:59pm on Sunday. This means that you will log onto MY BLOG at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ to see a list of your colleagues blogs. Click on those blogs, read what was posted for this week and respond. You need to make sure you are responding to only what was discussed THIS WEEK (starting Monday and ending Sunday of the current week). Comments posted to blogs that were NOT within this week will not be counted for points. Each comment must be a minimum of 100 words and is worth a maximum of 3 points.
Note about comments: When you leave a comment on another blog, make sure you are logged into your blogspot account. In other words, you will need to make sure your "Display Name/Alias Name" shows up on the blog you are commenting on. I record the locations, dates and times of your comments. Please keep record of your posts and comments in case questions arise about where comments are located.
In case there is any confusion, here is how you create a new post using the old blogger interface:
*Log into your blogger account
*Click "New Post"
*Type a Title
*Type your post into the big box
*Click "Publish Post"
If you do not Publish Post, your post will not become public.
For the upcoming discussion week, you will do the same thing for each question I pose, but you will write and publish your posts at least 12 hours apart. (See the "Participation Page" on BB for more detail about participation in this course).
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Blogging
Hello All!
This is probably repetitive for most folks, but please read through it just in case.
How to post to your blog:
Sign into your blogger account and hit "new post". This will create a new blog post. DO NOT HIT CREATE NEW BLOG - this will actually create a whole different blog. You are simply POSTING to your blog, NOT creating a new blog.
Commenting:
When you comment on a classmate's blog, or even my blog for that matter, your Display Name should show up. This is how I track blog posts and comments. You must be logged into your blogger (blog spot) account in order for your Display Name to show up. Whenever you leave a comment, please make sure you are logged into your blogger account and then comment so your Display Name shows up. I usually sign into my blog, then open up another browser window to make sure my Alias/Display Name shows up. This works best in FIREFOX. If you haven't downloaded Firefox, you can do so by clicking HERE. I don't normally use Explorer for my web-browser, but last semester some students had issues with their Display Names not showing up. So for simplicity sake, use Firefox - it works.
The Blogging Prof.
This is probably repetitive for most folks, but please read through it just in case.
How to post to your blog:
Sign into your blogger account and hit "new post". This will create a new blog post. DO NOT HIT CREATE NEW BLOG - this will actually create a whole different blog. You are simply POSTING to your blog, NOT creating a new blog.
Commenting:
When you comment on a classmate's blog, or even my blog for that matter, your Display Name should show up. This is how I track blog posts and comments. You must be logged into your blogger (blog spot) account in order for your Display Name to show up. Whenever you leave a comment, please make sure you are logged into your blogger account and then comment so your Display Name shows up. I usually sign into my blog, then open up another browser window to make sure my Alias/Display Name shows up. This works best in FIREFOX. If you haven't downloaded Firefox, you can do so by clicking HERE. I don't normally use Explorer for my web-browser, but last semester some students had issues with their Display Names not showing up. So for simplicity sake, use Firefox - it works.
The Blogging Prof.
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Mandatory Meeting Tonight - 8/23
Hello Class,
As you already know there is a MANDATORY MEETING tonight in W108 @ 6:30pm. See you there.
The Blogging Prof.
As you already know there is a MANDATORY MEETING tonight in W108 @ 6:30pm. See you there.
The Blogging Prof.
Emailing the Instructor
Hello Wonderful Comm 001 Students,
The first week of classes is proving to be a bit hectic. I will return emails a few times a day. Managing 200 online students is quite time consuming.
In the meantime, if you haven't already, please make sure that you send me the following information per the information under the "Getting Started" tab on Blackboard (BB):
1). Full Name
2). Alias Name
3). A link to your blog (check it to make sure it works please)
4). A contact phone number
I will use your Sierra College email address as your contact email address. I rarely send things out in a mass email, but if I do, it will go to your Sierra College email address unless otherwise noted.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
The first week of classes is proving to be a bit hectic. I will return emails a few times a day. Managing 200 online students is quite time consuming.
In the meantime, if you haven't already, please make sure that you send me the following information per the information under the "Getting Started" tab on Blackboard (BB):
1). Full Name
2). Alias Name
3). A link to your blog (check it to make sure it works please)
4). A contact phone number
I will use your Sierra College email address as your contact email address. I rarely send things out in a mass email, but if I do, it will go to your Sierra College email address unless otherwise noted.
:)
The Blogging Prof.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Week of August 20 - 26
Hello Folks!
Here is what is listed on the Schedule and Participation Page from BB for this week. If you haven't already, please get to know the materials well, that I have uploaded to BB. It is recommended that you keep a binder for this class, and print out the materials on BB so you can have them close to you at all times.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 1 - The Evolving Art of Public Speaking
*Read Chapter 3 -Ethical Speaking and Listening
*Read - All materials under the "Getting Started" tab on Blackboard
*Send the required information to your instructor. See the "Getting Started" info on BB.
*Create your blogspot webpage and email instructor the blog address, and alias name.
*MANDATORY MEETING: Thursday, August 23rd @ 6:30pm in W108.
I will post to my blog again later today or tomorrow.
Until then......
The Blogging Prof.
Here is what is listed on the Schedule and Participation Page from BB for this week. If you haven't already, please get to know the materials well, that I have uploaded to BB. It is recommended that you keep a binder for this class, and print out the materials on BB so you can have them close to you at all times.
Due this week:
*Read Chapter 1 - The Evolving Art of Public Speaking
*Read Chapter 3 -Ethical Speaking and Listening
*Read - All materials under the "Getting Started" tab on Blackboard
*Send the required information to your instructor. See the "Getting Started" info on BB.
*Create your blogspot webpage and email instructor the blog address, and alias name.
*MANDATORY MEETING: Thursday, August 23rd @ 6:30pm in W108.
I will post to my blog again later today or tomorrow.
Until then......
The Blogging Prof.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Welcome Students
Greeting Students!
As most of you know the semester starts on August 20th. Most students are scrambling to fill their schedules for the coming semester, and with the shortage of classes, this is no easy task.
I want to make sure each of you were aware of a few things about Communication 001 online, Public Speaking, before the semester begins:
1). The class you are enrolled in for Comm 001 is an online class. This means that most coursework is completed online and not in a classroom setting. This has confused some in the past. However, we will meet on the Sierra College campus on the following dates from 6:30pm to 9:35pm:
August 23
September 6
September 27
October 25
November 15
November 29
December 6
2). I will hold office hours online through Yahoo Messenger on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the semester from 10am to 11am. I will also answer email consistently.
3). If you need to contact me at anytime from this point forward, please use the following email address: cperez22 at sierracollege dot edu OR sierracomm001 at gmail dot com
4). Please bookmark my blog address: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/
I will make announcements, post class updates, and generally keep in touch with the class as a whole through my blog and through mass email. So bookmark my blog, and check it often.
Some of this information may seem a bit foreign to you, and will make more sense once you are able to access the class through Blackboard. Until Blackboard opens up for access, which should be a the day the semester begins, use the email addresses I have listed here, and check my blog for updates. During the semester I update my blog numerous times a week. Prior to the semester I will update periodically.
Again, if there are any questions about the course, please contact me at: cperez22 at sierracollege dot edu OR sierracomm001 at gmail dot com and please bookmark my blog address at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ and be sure to check it often!
I look forward to sharing this semester with you, and hope that your break has been an enjoyable one.
:)
Carol-Lynn Perez, M.A.
As most of you know the semester starts on August 20th. Most students are scrambling to fill their schedules for the coming semester, and with the shortage of classes, this is no easy task.
I want to make sure each of you were aware of a few things about Communication 001 online, Public Speaking, before the semester begins:
1). The class you are enrolled in for Comm 001 is an online class. This means that most coursework is completed online and not in a classroom setting. This has confused some in the past. However, we will meet on the Sierra College campus on the following dates from 6:30pm to 9:35pm:
August 23
September 6
September 27
October 25
November 15
November 29
December 6
2). I will hold office hours online through Yahoo Messenger on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the semester from 10am to 11am. I will also answer email consistently.
3). If you need to contact me at anytime from this point forward, please use the following email address: cperez22 at sierracollege dot edu OR sierracomm001 at gmail dot com
4). Please bookmark my blog address: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/
I will make announcements, post class updates, and generally keep in touch with the class as a whole through my blog and through mass email. So bookmark my blog, and check it often.
Some of this information may seem a bit foreign to you, and will make more sense once you are able to access the class through Blackboard. Until Blackboard opens up for access, which should be a the day the semester begins, use the email addresses I have listed here, and check my blog for updates. During the semester I update my blog numerous times a week. Prior to the semester I will update periodically.
Again, if there are any questions about the course, please contact me at: cperez22 at sierracollege dot edu OR sierracomm001 at gmail dot com and please bookmark my blog address at: http://sierracomm001.blogspot.com/ and be sure to check it often!
I look forward to sharing this semester with you, and hope that your break has been an enjoyable one.
:)
Carol-Lynn Perez, M.A.
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