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Themes

2013-04-30T23:27:58Z

C Lakeesh:

According to [http://digitalbusinessconsultancy.com/what-to-look-for-in-a-wordpress-theme/ Digital Business Consultancy], "A theme will form a big part of how your blog looks, it’s important to get it right." <ref>Digital Business Consultancy</ref> Picking a theme is not just about what is seen on the surface. When picking a theme, bloggers should be aware of all their options. After choosing a theme that fits the focus and desired layout of your blog, there are several attributes to consider within the theme. After considering all the options and making an informed decision, the application process is simple and straight-forward.
===How to pick a theme===

Picking the [http://www.wpbeginner.com/wp-themes/selecting-the-perfect-theme-for-wordpress/ perfect theme] for a blog is vital to the future success of that blog. A blogger must consider the way a theme will appear in a search engine. Keeping search engine optimization in mind when picking a theme will give web users a better first impression of that blog.

Another thing a blogger should consider when choosing a theme is the focus of the blog. For example if a blogger is working on a "How to" blog then they will want to pick a blog that is compatible with uploading pictures or video, a good example of a compatible theme for this kind of blog is a [http://www.cssigniter.com/ignite/themes/molly/ Molly Blog WP theme]. If a blogger is looking for a theme that will support a lot of text then a [http://www.elegantthemes.com/gallery/dailyjournal/ Daily journal WP theme] would be ideal because it adapts to any screen's size making it more scan-able and easy to read on any device. Picking a simple yet compatible theme is recommended for easy use in updating and to ensure that it will work with multiple browsers. Functionality is the key. Busy themes might look good, but they are hard to modify and not always compatible with every browser.

A custom theme is recommended if you want a little more design while still maintaining functionality. A free theme with a simple and professional looking design which can be easily modified is best when picking a theme, just be aware of the terms of service. Picking a free theme has its advantages but if its support a blogger is looking for then picking a commercial theme will give the support they are looking for with just a one-time fee involved. The main points to keep in mind when choosing a theme for your topic are, search engine optimization, compatibility with your industry or business, and functionality. Keeping these in mind will help any blogger pick a theme that is right for their topic to provide a successful starting point.

[[File:Screen Shot 2013-04-24 at 5.19.28 PM.png|thumb|upright=2.6|Theme details display specs]]

====Widgets====
Many, but not all, Wordpress themes allow for the use of widgets. All themes do not offer the same amount of widget space on a blog page. Depending on the nature of a blog, this can be problematic. When browsing through, read the details of themes that fit the style of your blog. Check that widgets are supported, how many are available, and where they may be placed.

====Color & Background====
Some themes offer the option of changing the color of various elements of the blog including the font and background. In some cases this may include changes in color palette. The ability to edit custom colors will be listed under "features" in the theme details.

====Menus====
Bloggers generally have two options for adding menus to a blog site. Some themes come with menus set in specific areas by default. If this is not an option, many themes support the creation of custom menus. This information is generally included in the [http://theme.wordpress.com/themes/bonpress/ theme details]. To create a custom menu or check for menu support, got Appearance -> Menus and make the desired changes.

====Browser compatibility====
Many bloggers make the assumption that because a blog theme works well on one browser, it will work the same on all browsers. This assumption can be dangerous. When searching for a theme, pay attention to the browser compatibility and mobile support. Wordpress provides several [http://theme.wordpress.com/themes/features/responsive-width/ |"mobile themes"] that are specifically smartphone-ready. Additionally, many themes offer the option of enabling or disabling mobile themes on your site if the theme is mobile friendly.<ref>Mobile Themes Support</ref>

===Where to get a theme===
Themes for word press can be found on the word press site itself or from outside sources. With websites such as [http://www.rockettheme.com/wordpress-themes RocketTheme],[http://www.woothemes.com/ WooTheme] and [http://smthemes.com/ SMThemes] , finding a theme to fit your desired look is not a problem. They all provide both premium and free themes. Premium themes may differ in price based upon the specs and any special widgets that can be added. If you are unwilling to pay for a theme there are multiple themes that are free that will create the same great look as a premium theme.

===How to apply the theme===

===Notes===
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===References===
#[http://www.wpbeginner.com/wp-themes/selecting-the-perfect-theme-for-wordpress/ Selecting the Perfect Theme for WordPress] ''wpbeginner web.'' 25 March 2013. Web. 27 April 2013
#[http://bloggingwordpress.net/2013/02/wordpress-blog-themes.html/ 20+ Simple WordPress Blog Themes for Personal] ''W Blogging web''. 19 Feb. 2013. Web. 27 April 2013
#[http://theme.wordpress.com/ Wordpress Themes for Blogs] ''Wordpress''. Web. 29 April 2013
#[http://digitalbusinessconsultancy.com/what-to-look-for-in-a-wordpress-theme/ What to Look For in a Wordpress Theme] ''Digital Business Consultancy''. 31 Jan. 2013 Web. 25 April 2013

Blog Writing for College Students

2013-04-11T23:29:18Z

C Lakeesh: /* Headers and Sub-headers by Chrissonia McCall */

==Focus (Group Leader Shanna Dixon)==

===[[Choosing Your Topic|Choosing Your Topic]] by Amy Rehner===
Choosing a worthy topic is essential to the success of the overall blog. A topic expresses one essential idea within writing and unifies each successive post. At first, a specific topic may seem to confine creativity, but focusing the topic actually provides endless creative possibilities. A focused topic encourages the audience to engage more actively and interact as a part of a blog community, ultimately enhancing the popularity of the blog.

===[[Research Methods|Research Methods]] by Melissa Grantham===
Research is the process of gathering information, evaluating it, and applying it to a question or problem.When writing for digital media, research allows writers to narrow their focus. Having a narrow focus makes a blog more interesting and the writer an expert on the topic.

===[[Participation|Participation]] by Marian Brewer===
When starting a college blog, it is important to know how to encourage participation with not only other bloggers, but the readers. Participation is more than just writing in a clean and concise manner. Blog authors must understand that a blog does not operate in a vacuum, but instead is a piece of a vast branching network. Blogrolls, share buttons, and enabling comments are a few ways to increase participation.

===[[Audience|Audience]] by Shanna Dixon===

==Organization (Group Leader Nadine Epperson)==
To maintain readership of a blog, a writer must create an organized space. Quality content can easily be overlooked on a cluttered, inconsistent page. Organization includes the overall structure of the site as well as the individual posts. There are several things that contribute to this consistency.[[Categorizing Posts | Categories and tags]] aid in narrowing the focus of each post within the blog. [[Headers and Sub-headers | Headers and sub-headers]] should give the reader a clear indication of what is contained in each section. By using [[Lists | lists]], digital media writers can highlight important content, break up posts, and guide readers through a sequence of information. [[Links | Links]] connect the page to other sites on the internet and offer access to other portions of the blog. All of these elements support the structure of an organized, consistent environment for content.

===[[Categorizing Posts|Categorizing Posts]] by Candice Barca===

Categorizing a post is vital to the structure and organization of a blog. Categories help readers quickly identify the content of a blog. Tags provide specific information while grouping together like posts. Together categories and tags make it easier for readers to navigate the information within a blog.

===[[Headers and Sub-headers|Headers and Sub-headers]] by Chrissonia McCall===

Headers and sub headers are an important part of blogging and are used to organize the content of a blog. Keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design, headers and sub headers generate an easy way to help readers find specific information in a short amount of time.

===[[Lists|Lists]] by Tiory Clark===

===[[Links|Links]]===
No page on the internet stands alone. The connection of sites on the internet is what makes the web interactive. Links play a vital role in maintaining this interactivity. By connecting to other areas of the internet, readers are given access to an unlimited pool of information.

==Writing Style (Group Leader Kristin Hanlin)==

===[[Readability|Readability]] by Andrew Clouse===

===[[Scan-ability|Scan-ability]] by Kristin Hanlin===

===[[Brevity|Brevity]] by Haley Clarke===

===[[Inverted Pyramid|Inverted Pyramid]] by Siobahn Fisher===

College students should familiarize themselves with the inverted pyramid. This design for news and information delivery via the web will help new bloggers quickly achieve brevity while communicating in a concise way. The inverted pyramid is important to the retention of a blog's audience.

===[[Proofreading|Proofreading]] by Kasey Miller===

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T22:21:05Z

C Lakeesh:

The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.

=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. A website has approximately three seconds to download properly and engage the viewer . . . or else. <ref> Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.</ref> Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant.<ref>"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://writingspaces.org/wwsg/page-titles-headlines-subheaders>.</ref> Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics the readers are interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.

===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==

Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:40:07Z

C Lakeesh: /* Scanability */

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.

=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. A website has approximately three seconds to download properly and engage the viewer . . . or else. <ref> Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.</ref> Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant.<ref>"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://writingspaces.org/wwsg/page-titles-headlines-subheaders>.</ref> Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics the readers are interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.

===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==

Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:39:24Z

C Lakeesh: /* Scanability */

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.

=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. A website has approximately three seconds to download properly and engage the viewer . . . or else. <ref> Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.</ref> Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant.<ref>"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://writingspaces.org/wwsg/page-titles-headlines-subheaders>.</ref> Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics they’re interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.

===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==

Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:34:34Z

C Lakeesh:

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.

=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. A website has approximately three seconds to download properly and engage the viewer . . . or else. <ref> Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.</ref> Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant. Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics they’re interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.

===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==

Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:29:33Z

C Lakeesh: /* References */

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.
=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant. Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics they’re interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.
===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==

Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:27:42Z

C Lakeesh: /* References */

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.
=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant. Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics they’re interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.
===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==
Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.

Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://www.custom-wordpress-web-design.com/2009/06/how-to-create-usable-titles-and-sub-headers/>.

"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://www.sophia.org/headings-subheadings-tutorial>.

"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://writingspaces.org/wwsg/page-titles-headlines-subheaders>.

"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://weblogs.about.com/od/partsofablog/qt/BlogHeader.htm>.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:26:34Z

C Lakeesh:

==Headers and Subheaders==
The header and sub header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.

==Why create it? ==
=== Organization ===
Headings and subheadings are a visual representation of how information is organized, and tells the reader what is in each section.
=== Scanability ===
Online readers are not very patient. Your headline is the first impression you make on a prospective reader. Without a captivating header and sub header that will turn a browser into a reader, the rest of the content might be irrelevant. Sub-headers will make blog posts more readable. They allow readers to get a quick idea on what subjects you’re tackling and allow them to skip to the topics they’re interested in.

==How to create it? ==
===Brevity ===
Both the heading and subheading should be short and straight forward. Use clarity and not creativity. Subheadings should be explanatory, pulling key words from the post. This will allow the reader to have an idea of what is coming up ahead.
===Parallelism ===
When crating headers and sub headers the text, font, and sizes should be consistent. Headers should have a bigger text than a sub header. Continue to use the same font throughout the header and sub header. If your first sub header is in italics, the next sub header should be italics as well. Headers should begin the same way. If the first header starts with “The”, the rest of the headers should also begin with “The”.

==References==
Carroll, Brian. Writing for digital media. Routledge, 2010.
Fishman, Hirsch. "10 Tips for Improving Your Titles and Sub-Headers." Addicott Web RSS. N.p., 09 June 2009. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://www.custom-wordpress-web-design.com/2009/06/how-to-create-usable-titles-and-sub-headers/>.
"Headings & Subheadings." Sophia. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://www.sophia.org/headings-subheadings-tutorial>.
"Page Titles, Headlines, and Subheaders, OH MY!" Writing Spaces. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://writingspaces.org/wwsg/page-titles-headlines-subheaders>.
"What Is a Blog Header?" About.com Blogging. N.p., n.d. Web. 04 Apr. 2013. <http://weblogs.about.com/od/partsofablog/qt/BlogHeader.htm>.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-04-04T13:01:56Z

C Lakeesh:

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-03-30T01:00:52Z

C Lakeesh:

The header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and it's design. This page will further explain the importance of creating quality headers and sub-headers.

Headers and Sub-headers

2013-03-30T00:56:02Z

C Lakeesh: Created page with "The primary purpose of a header is to promote the blog and its entries. The header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design."

The primary purpose of a header is to promote the blog and its entries. The header should always be used wisely, keeping in mind the goals and vision of the blog and its design.