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2012-12-03T15:12:03Z

Leslie Smith:

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter allows users to cater their account to their own personal interests. These interests could include anything from following a certain news source to following a favorite celebrity or author. A student looking to enter the career world can use the personalization aspect of Twitter to create a prominent online presence which will enhance his or her résumé.

Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news (Doctor). By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref> in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref> points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref> by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref> Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. <ref>Twitter.com/TScrogg19</ref>]]

==Hashtags and Students==
For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

Additional sites that are helpful to students include:
* [https://twitter.com/students Creative Resource on Twitter]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ 300+ Educational Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Higher Education] and
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA Today College on Twitter]

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [https://twitter.com/students Twitter Student Site]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ Educational Student Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Students]
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA TODAY College Twitter Site]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Lepi, Katie. "300+ Educational Twitter Hashtags Being Used Right Now." "Edudemic." Web. 3 Dec. 2012.
# O'Brien, Derek. "Creative Resource." "Twitter." Web. 3 Dec. 2012.

Twitter

2012-12-03T15:11:05Z

Leslie Smith: Added more content that will appeal to the audience.

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter allows users to cater their account to their own personal interests. These interests could include anything from following a certain news source to following a favorite celebrity or author. A student looking to enter the career world can use the personalization aspect of Twitter to create a prominent online presence which will enhance his or her résumé. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news (Doctor). By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref> in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref> points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref> by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref> Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. <ref>Twitter.com/TScrogg19</ref>]]

==Hashtags and Students==
For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

Additional sites that are helpful to students include:
* [https://twitter.com/students Creative Resource on Twitter]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ 300+ Educational Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Higher Education] and
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA Today College on Twitter]

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [https://twitter.com/students Twitter Student Site]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ Educational Student Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Students]
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA TODAY College Twitter Site]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Lepi, Katie. "300+ Educational Twitter Hashtags Being Used Right Now." "Edudemic." Web. 3 Dec. 2012.
# O'Brien, Derek. "Creative Resource." "Twitter." Web. 3 Dec. 2012.

Twitter

2012-12-03T15:01:14Z

Leslie Smith: /* References */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news (Doctor). By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref> in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref> points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref> by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref> Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. <ref>Twitter.com/TScrogg19</ref>]]

==Hashtags and Students==
For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

Additional sites that are helpful to students include:
* [https://twitter.com/students Creative Resource]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ Educational Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Higher Education] and
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA Today College on Twitter]

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [https://twitter.com/students Twitter Student Site]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ Educational Student Hashtags]
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA TODAY College Twitter Site]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-12-03T15:00:34Z

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[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news (Doctor). By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref> in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref> points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref> by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref> Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. <ref>Twitter.com/TScrogg19</ref>]]

==Hashtags and Students==
For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

Additional sites that are helpful to students include:
* [https://twitter.com/students Creative Resource]
* [http://edudemic.com/2012/09/twitter-hashtags-now/ Educational Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.insidehighered.com/twitter_directory Twitter Directory for Higher Education] and
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA Today College on Twitter]

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [https://twitter.com/students Twitter Student Site]
* [https://twitter.com/USATODAYcollege USA TODAY College Twitter Site]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# ---. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-12-03T14:54:58Z

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[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news (Doctor). By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref> in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref> points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref> by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref> Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. <ref>Twitter.com/TScrogg19</ref>]]

==Hashtags and Students==
For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:28:10Z

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[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right| Twitter's Official Logo<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref>points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref>by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref>Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:25:41Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter for Jobseekers */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref>points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref>by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref>Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

Listed below are some key points<ref>Improve Your Job Search</ref> to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:23:41Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter for Jobseekers */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref>points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref>by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. Veronica Fielding<ref>Improving Your Job Search</ref>writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:22:06Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter for Jobseekers */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref>points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own personal brand<ref>Amplify Your Personal Brand</ref>by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:20:45Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter Uses */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As Matthew Ingram<ref>David Carr</ref>points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:19:09Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter Uses */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to participate<ref>The Twitter effect</ref>in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:17:56Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter Uses */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which Vanessa Doctor <ref>Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know </ref> defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:15:26Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her writing skills<ref>MichaelHyatt</ref>. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:10:30Z

Leslie Smith: Added references and notes

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|<ref> MarketingSavant </ref>]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "MarketingSavant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:08:26Z

Leslie Smith:

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés. Additionally, Twitter's symbol, the hashtag, facilitates conversations for students looking to connect within the classroom as well as their field of work.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "Marketing Savant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T15:02:55Z

Leslie Smith:

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who efficiently utilize hashtags will develop skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" employ the hashtag correctly to classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been shared in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "Marketing Savant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students

2012-11-28T15:02:23Z

Leslie Smith: /* Twitter */

Content coming soon.

==Writing==
When writing for the digital media, the author is not just the writer, but also the publisher, the editor, the graphic designer, and the marketer. Therefore when writing for the digital media, there are more mechanics that the author needs to consider than when writing for traditional publishing where usually the sole job of the author is to write. Issues that might usually be the concern of an editor or proofreader-[[Good Writing]], [[Identification]], and [[Expertise]]-must be the concern of the author.

====[[Good Writing]]====
When writing for any type of media, whether it be traditional print or online, there is generally a basic standard the writer must adhere to if the writer wants people to read. In web based digital media, “good writing” has a typically higher standard than traditional print. That standard varies depending on what is being written about. No matter the standard, though, the most important thing to keep in mind for all good writing is to keep the readers interested.

====[[Identification]]====
When writing for digital media, identify the audience and consider who is reading what the writer is trying to say. An article aimed at college students will read much different from an article aimed at elementary students even if the same basic information is being conveyed. As a result, it is always best to focus on a small, targeted community when writing online.

====[[Expertise]]====
When writing for the screen one important aspect to consider is [[design]]. The layout of the content will determine whether or not a potential reader stops and peruses the information displayed. Subheadings, links, and color scheme will be the first impression an online author gets. The writing, the author's informational expertise, is an afterthought.

==Layout==

Layout is the visual and technical aspect of web based writing. The site's [[Design|design]] must include high-quality [[Photos|images]]. Personal web pages and sites must also be [[Navigation and Usability|easily usable]] and include [[Contact|contact]] information that is accessible on each page. Not only does site layout include visual elements, it also involves the navigation bar used to travel through the website, the headers and footers used for [[Scanability|scanability]], and the references supplied by links and other [[Relevance and Support|relevance support]].

====[[Design|Design]]====
The design of a webpage layout is important when writing for the web. In digital writing, design pertains to the look of the website and arrangement of the text, graphics, and other objects that make up the site. A website's design must be consistent, usable, and navigable.

====[[Photos|Photos]]====

[[File:Layout.gif|thumb|right|<ref> webitRabbit </ref>]]

Photos assist in providing information to the audience visually. Photos play a huge part in attracting readers, and unprofessional or broken photos can result in loss of [[expertise|credibility]] for the site and site owner.
File formats in photos differ, typically falling into categories such as:
* GIF
* JPEG
* PNG
* BMP

====[[Contact]]====
Contact information should be included on every page of a website because it suggests credibility and accountability. When including contact information in a website, navigation should always be considered. Student's can include contact information by creating a page located on the main menu or at the bottom of each page. Contact information should incorporate:
*First and last name
*Email address
*Business telephone number (if applicable)
*Business address (if applicable)
If students are not willing to display their contact information, contact forms should be included. Students can also include links to their Twitter, Facebook, Linked In, and/or Wordpress.

====[[Usability|Usability]]====
Keeping the web page scannable and redundant will help with how well a user understands the points given. By using links and being consistent, the writer is adding to the overall use of the site.

====[[Scanability|Scanability]]====
Scanability is one of the of the key tools to online layout. "Web users scan content rather than reading word for word. Scanners need clues, signposts and highlights, so content should be shaped for scanning. "<ref> Carroll </ref>
* '''Headlines'''
**Subheads
* [[Help:Editing|Links]]
* ''Font''
** size
**color
* Image/Graphic

====[[Relevance and Support|Relevance and Support]]====
Having relevant sources and links for the web are essential to the credibility of the page. Sources that are well known or have a lot of credibility can increase the professionalism of a webpage. Making sure content uses these 3 topics will ensure a resourceful webpage:
*Dated Pages
*Outside Web Sources
*Relevant Content Links

==Digital and Social Media==

Digital and social media sites are changing the way that we interact with the world both professionally and personally. Students who can proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums have an edge in their future career endeavors. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally online. Students who use [[Good writing | good web writing]] skills developed in college can take those learned skills and apply them to their career search. Because an online presence is becoming an employer's first impression of an applicant, it is essential to create an effective personal brand. Online résumés sites, social media sites, and blogging sites provide platforms that support professional presence, personality, and perspective.

====[[Linked In]]====
Content Coming Soon

====[[VisualCV]]====
Content Coming Soon
====[[About Me]]====
About Me pages are the cover pages of the digital world. By using an About Me page, college students are able to keep all social media outlets in one place. It also allows for others to access all the users interests on one page. About Me pages can be designed by the user in order to better describe the person in his or her own way. As with all writing for the web the basics of [[usability]], [[scanability]], and [[design]] should be used.

====[[Twitter]]====
Twitter is an excellent example of [[Good Writing | good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more [[contact]] information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

====[[Blogging | Wordpress/Blogger]]====
With online blogging sites such as WordPress and Blogger college students can easily publish their thoughts in a professional way. Blogs are a great way for students to practice their writing for the screen. The writing can be personal, but by publishing to a blogging the entires seem more professional. WordPress and Blogger are extremely easy to use with step by step set-up instructions. These online blogging sites are also very customizable with many backgrounds and templates to choose from.

==See Also==

*[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media]

*[http://mca.maconstate.edu/ The Department of Media, Culture, and the Arts]

*[http://www.maconstate.edu/ Macon State College]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#webitRabbit. (2012). ''"[http://www.webitrabbit.com/id5.html Basic Website Layout]"''. Orange County, California:LLC. Image. Retrieved 26 Nov 2012.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

About Me

2012-11-28T15:01:54Z

Leslie Smith: /* What are About Me pages? */

==What are About Me pages?==
About Me pages are the virtual cover pages of the digital era. It is important for college students to have a place where all their social media websites can be kept together while also giving a small insight into their interests. About Me pages can either be professional or personal, depending on the user's needs. The short biography allows visitors to the page a chance to get a sneak peek into the user's interests or profession.
[[File:aboutme.jpg|175px|thumb|right|]]

Three questions need to be answered in your About Me Page: <ref>Thomas</ref>
#Who am I?
#What can I do for the visitor?
#How can I be contacted?

About Me pages should use the basics of [[Good Writing | good writing]].
*Written in 3rd person
*Know who the audience is
*Be direct, brief, concise, precise, direct, and consistent <ref>Carroll</ref>

It is also important to remember [[scanability]] and [[usability]] when designing an About Me page.

==Different About Me pages==
==== About.me ====
[http://www.about.me About.me] is a website that allows users to put all their social networking sites in one place. Users create a page about themselves using a background image and a short biography. Websites like [http://www.facebook.com Facebook], [[Twitter]], [http://www.plus.google.com Google+], [http://www.tumblr.com Tumblr], [http://www.youtube.com YouTube], and [[Linked In]] can be added to give others easier access to more information about the user.

==== Flavors.me ====
[http://www.flavors.me Flavors.me] is very similar to About.me in the fact that users can have a main background image along with a short biography. Flavors.me allows users to bring together all social media updates, along with videos and pictures.

==== Sidengo ====
[http://www.sidengo.com Sidengo] is an about page that is more business oriented. Unlike About.me and Flavors.me, Sidengo allows users multiple pages to create. Sidengo also allows for PDFs and slideshows.

==Notes==
<references />

==References==
Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

Henry, Alan. "Sidengo Offers Attractive, Easy-to-Create Personal Nameplates with Multiple Pages." ''LifeHacker.'' March 2014. Web. November 14, 2012.

Thomas, Jacqueline. "The Definitive Guide to About Me Pages." ''Web Design Ledger.'' September 2009. Web. November 26, 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T14:59:35Z

Leslie Smith: /* References */

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who are able to efficiently utilize hashtags will have developed skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and be able to employ the hashtag to appropriately classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

*Not all are created equal. Depending on who the student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self
*As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing
*It is imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

==References==
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Heuvel, Dana VanDen. "Your Guide to a Better Understanding of Twitter." "Marketing Savant." 28 Oct. 2011. Web. 28 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students

2012-11-28T14:55:08Z

Leslie Smith: /* About Me */

Content coming soon.

==Writing==
When writing for the digital media, the author is not just the writer, but also the publisher, the editor, the graphic designer, and the marketer. Therefore when writing for the digital media, there are more mechanics that the author needs to consider than when writing for traditional publishing where usually the sole job of the author is to write. Issues that might usually be the concern of an editor or proofreader-if the writing is good, identification, and expertise-must be the concern of the author.

====[[Good Writing]]====
When writing for any type of media, whether it be traditional print or online, there is generally a basic standard the writer must adhere to if the writer wants people to read. In web based digital media, “good writing” has a typically higher standard than traditional print. That standard varies depending on what is being written about. No matter the standard, though, the most important thing to keep in mind for all good writing is to keep the readers interested.

====[[Identification]]====
When writing for digital media, identify the audience and consider who is reading what the writer is trying to say. An article aimed at college students will read much different from an article aimed at elementary students even if the same basic information is being conveyed. As a result, it is always best to focus on a small, targeted community when writing online.

====[[Expertise]]====
When writing for the screen one important aspect to consider is design. The layout of the content will determine whether or not a potential reader stops and peruses the information displayed. Subheadings, links, and color scheme will be the first impression an online author gets. The writing, the author's informational expertise, is an afterthought.

==Layout==

Layout is the visual and technical aspect of web based writing. The site's [[Design|design]] must include high-quality [[Photos|images]]. Personal web pages and sites must also be [[Navigation and Usability|easily usable]] and include [[Contact|contact]] information that is accessible on each page. Not only does site layout include visual elements, it also involves the navigation bar used to travel through the website, the headers and footers used for [[Scanability|scanability]], and the references supplied by links and other [[Relevance and Support|relevance support]].

====[[Design|Design]]====
The design of a webpage layout is important when writing for the web. In digital writing, design pertains to the look of the website and arrangement of the text, graphics, and other objects that make up the site. A website's design must be consistent, usable, and navigable.

====[[Photos|Photos]]====

[[File:Layout.gif|thumb|right|<ref> webitRabbit </ref>]]

Photos assist in providing information to the audience visually. Photos play a huge part in attracting readers, and unprofessional or broken photos can result in loss of [[expertise|credibility]] for the site and site owner.
File formats in photos differ, typically falling into categories such as:
* GIF
* JPEG
* PNG
* BMP

====[[Contact]]====
Contact information should be included on every page of a website because it suggests credibility and accountability. When including contact information in a website, navigation should always be considered. Student's can include contact information by creating a page located on the main menu or at the bottom of each page. Contact information should incorporate:
*First and last name
*Email address
*Business telephone number (if applicable)
*Business address (if applicable)
If students are not willing to display their contact information, contact forms should be included. Students can also include links to their Twitter, Facebook, Linked In, and/or Wordpress.

====[[Usability|Usability]]====
Keeping the web page scannable and redundant will help with how well a user understands the points given. By using links and being consistent, the writer is adding to the overall use of the site.

====[[Scanability|Scanability]]====
Scanability is one of the of the key tools to online layout. "Web users scan content rather than reading word for word. Scanners need clues, signposts and highlights, so content should be shaped for scanning. "<ref> Carroll </ref>
* '''Headlines'''
**Subheads
* [[Help:Editing|Links]]
* ''Font''
** size
**color
* Image/Graphic

====[[Relevance and Support|Relevance and Support]]====
Having relevant sources and links for the web are essential to the credibility of the page. Sources that are well known or have a lot of credibility can increase the professionalism of a webpage. Making sure content uses these 3 topics will ensure a resourceful webpage:
*Dated Pages
*Outside Web Sources
*Relevant Content Links

==Digital and Social Media==

Digital and social media sites are changing the way that we interact with the world both professionally and personally. Students who can proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums have an edge in their future career endeavors. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally online. Students who use [[Good writing | good web writing]] skills developed in college can take those learned skills and apply them to their career search. Because an online presence is becoming an employer's first impression of an applicant, it is essential to create an effective personal brand. Online résumés sites, social media sites, and blogging sites provide platforms that support professional presence, personality, and perspective.

====[[Linked In]]====
Content Coming Soon

====[[VisualCV]]====
Content Coming Soon
====[[About Me]]====
About Me pages are the cover pages of the digital world. By using an About Me page, college students are able to keep all social media outlets in one place. It also allows for others to access all the users interests on one page. About Me pages can be designed by the user in order to better describe the person in his or her own way. As with all writing for the web the basics of [[usability]], [[scanability]], and [[design]] should be used.

====[[Twitter]]====
Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more [[contact]] information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

====[[Blogging | Wordpress/Blogger]]====
With online blogging sites such as WordPress and Blogger college students can easily publish their thoughts in a professional way. Blogs are a great way for students to practice their writing for the screen. The writing can be personal, but by publishing to a blogging the entires seem more professional. WordPress and Blogger are extremely easy to use with step by step set-up instructions. These online blogging sites are also very customizable with many backgrounds and templates to choose from.

==See Also==

*[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media]

*[http://mca.maconstate.edu/ The Department of Media, Culture, and the Arts]

*[http://www.maconstate.edu/ Macon State College]

== Notes ==
<references />

==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#webitRabbit. (2012). ''"[http://www.webitrabbit.com/id5.html Basic Website Layout]"''. Orange County, California:LLC. Image. Retrieved 26 Nov 2012.

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Twitter

2012-11-28T14:53:52Z

Leslie Smith: Changed spacing

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who are able to efficiently utilize hashtags will have developed skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and be able to employ the hashtag to appropriately classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal:
*Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

==References==
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-28T14:53:03Z

Leslie Smith:

[[Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students | Home Page]]

[[File:Twitter.gif|200px|thumb|right|]]

Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who are able to efficiently utilize hashtags will have developed skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and be able to employ the hashtag to appropriately classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal:
*Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

==References==
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

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Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more contact information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

==Twitter==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==Twitter Uses==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter feed, which [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Vanessa Doctor]defines as "a list of updates or tweets that are constantly being updated . . . and are usually arranged in chronological order" has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current events. As [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ Matthew Ingrma]points out in his article we are all members of the media through the use of twitter.

==Twitter for Jobseekers==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.” Because social media sites provide more information for an employer to consider when hiring, it is important that a student searching for a future career utilize twitter professionally.

[http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] has some key points to remember when creating a personal brand on twitter which include:
*To find Twitter users in your industry, check out directories such as ExecTweets, JustTweetIt, WeFollow and Twellow.

*If you have a [[Linked In]] profile or online portfolio, include a link to it in the bio section of your Twitter profile so other people can easily learn more about you.

*To find job listings on Twitter, try using the Twitter search engine and typing in a desired job title, or follow an account that posts the latest jobs on Twitter. You can also find job listings by searching for the following hashtags: #jobseeker, #hiring or #jobs.

*Another way to find employment opportunities on Twitter is to follow job boards.

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when an element such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably [http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ conversation] among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

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[[File:Screen Shot 2012-11-28 at 9.38.59 AM.png|425px|thumb|left|Example of the use of hashtags in Writing for Digital Media. Courtesy of Twitter.]]

==Hashtags and Students==

For students attempting to enter the workforce, hashtags can help broaden their [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure career exposure] online. Using a hashtag to link to specific people, organizations, or relative career fields, the student will not only connect with these pages and people, but make their interests and desires to enter the field known.

Additionally, students who are able to efficiently utilize hashtags will have developed skills for the job force when brevity of communication is necessary. Communicating on Twitter requires that the student "get to the point" and be able to employ the hashtag to appropriately classify the post.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

==Things to Know About Hashtags==

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal:
*Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]
*According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend]
*Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://twitter.com Twitter]
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]
* [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# What are Hashtags?]
* [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags Introduction]
* [https://twitter.com/CareerExposure Career Exposure]
* [https://http://tweetboard.com/alpha/ Twitter Conversation]
* [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ How to Get Your Hashtag Trending]
* [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html Claim Your Hashtag]
* [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 Hashtags in the Classroom]
* [http://tagdef.com/ Definitions of Hashtags]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter Etiquette]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ Hashtag Do's and Don'ts]

==References==
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "How To Get Your Hashtag Trending On Twitter." ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 Nov. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "What Characters Can a Hashtag Include?" ''Hashtags.org.'' 12 June 2012. Web. 14 Nov. 2012.
# Doctor, Vanessa. "Twitter Etiquette 101." ''Hashtags.org.'' 19 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Couros, George. "Twitter Hashtags in the Classroom." ''GeorgeCourous.'' 20 Nov. 2011. Web. 6 Nov. 2012.
# Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hines, Kristi. "How to Find the Best Twitter Hashtags." ''SproutSocial.'' Web. 18 Aug. 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
# Messina, Chris. "Hashtags Introduction." ''pbsworks.'' Web. 6 Nov. 2012.

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==Writing==
When writing for the digital media, the author is not just the writer, but also the publisher, the editor, the graphic designer, and the marketer. Therefore when writing for the digital media, there are more mechanics that the author needs to consider than when writing for traditional publishing where usually the sole job of the author is to write. Issues that might usually be the concern of an editor or proofreader-if the writing is good, identification, and expertise-must be the concern of the author.

====[[Good Writing]]====
:When writing for any type of media, whether it be traditional print or online, there is generally a basic standard the writer must adhere to if the writer wants people to read. In web based digital media, “good writing” has a typically higher standard than traditional print. That standard varies depending on what is being written about. No matter the standard, though, the most important thing to keep in mind for all good writing is to keep the readers interested.

====[[Identification]]====
:In order to better address the interests, concerns, and questions of the audience, writing should focus on a small targeted community.

====[[Expertise]]====
:When writing for the screen one very important aspect to think about is design. The design of the page and layout of the content will determine whether or not an individual stops and actually peruses the information being displayed. Things like subheadings, links, and color scheme will be only chance one gets to impress and attract. The actual content, the expertise you are truly trying to show off, has become an afterthought of design, expertise facade building.

==Layout==

Layout is the visual and technical aspect of web based writing. The site's [[Design|design]] must include high-quality [[Photos|images]]. Personal web pages and sites must also be [[Navigation and Usability|easily usable]] and include [[Contact|contact]] information that is accessible on each page. Not only does site layout include visual elements, it also involves the navigation bar used to travel through the website, the headers and footers used for [[Scanability|scanability]], and the references supplied by links and other [[Relevance and Support|relevance support]].

====[[Design|Design]]====
:The design of a webpage's layout is very important when writing for the web. In digital writing, design pertains to the look of the website and arrangement of the text, graphics, and other objects that make up the site. A website's design must be consistent, usable, and navigable.

====[[Photos|Photos]]====

[[File:Layout.gif|thumb|right|<ref> webitRabbit </ref>]]

:Photos assist in providing information to the audience visually. Photos play a huge part in attracting readers, and unprofessional or broken photos can result in loss of [[expertise|credibility]] for the site and site owner.
:File formats in photos differ, typically falling into categories such as:
:* GIF
:* JPEG
:* PNG
:* BMP

====[[Contact]]====
:Contact information should be included on every page of a website because it suggests credibility and accountability. When including contact information in a website, navigation should always be considered. There must be a clear way of obtaining contact information from each page. Student's can include contact information by creating a separate page and including the page in the main menu, or at the bottom of each page. Contact information should incorporate:
:*First and last name
:*Email address
:*Business telephone number (if applicable)
:*Business address (if applicable)
:If students are not willing to display their contact information, contact forms should be included. Students can also include links to their Twitter, Facebook, Linked In, and/or Wordpress, which are other means of contact through social media websites.

====[[Usability|Usability]]====
:Keeping the web page scannable and redundant will help with how well a user understands the points given. By using links and being consistent, the writer is adding to the overall use of the site.

====[[Scanability|Scanability]]====
:Scanability is one of the of the key tools to online layout. "Web users scan content rather than reading word for word. Scanners need clues, signposts and highlights, so content should be shaped for scanning. "<ref> Carroll </ref>
:* '''Headlines'''
:**Subheads
:* [[Help:Editing|Links]]
:* ''Font''
:** size
:**color
:* Image/Graphic

====[[Relevance and Support|Relevance and Support]]====
:Having relevant sources and links for the web are essential to the credibility of the page. Sources that are well known or have a lot of credibility can increase the professionalism of a webpage. Making sure content uses these 3 topics will ensure a resourceful webpage:
:*Dated Pages
:*Outside Web Sources
:*Relevant Content Links

==Digital and Social Media==

Digital and social media sites are changing the way that we interact with the world both professionally and personally. Students who can proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums have an edge in their future career endeavors. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally online. Students who use [[Good writing | good web writing]] skills developed in college can take those learned skills and apply them to their career search. Because an online presence is becoming an employer's first impression of an applicant, it is essential to create an effective personal brand. Online résumés sites, social media sites, and blogging sites provide platforms that support professional presence, personality, and perspective.

====[[Linked In]]====
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====[[About Me]]====
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====[[Twitter]]====
:Twitter is an excellent example of [[good writing]] for the screen because of its use of brief and concise information. In addition to communicating with followers and gaining information about the changing world, twitter allows its users to create a personal presence online. Twitter not only provides more [[contact]] information when applying for a job, it also provides a platform to create a professional brand. By having a twitter account, students who are searching for a career can add a personal aspect to their résumés.

====[[Blogging | Wordpress/Blogger]]====
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==See Also==

*[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media]

*[http://mca.maconstate.edu/ The Department of Media, Culture, and the Arts]

*[http://www.maconstate.edu/ Macon State College]

== Notes ==
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==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#webitRabbit. (2012). ''"[http://www.webitrabbit.com/id5.html Basic Website Layout]"''. Orange County, California:LLC. Image. Retrieved 26 Nov 2012.

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==What is Twitter?==

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

==What does Twitter do?==

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

==What can Twitter do for you?==

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==The Hashtag==

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag.

Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Also, more unique hashtags narrow the focus of the message and allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Because writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]

==References==
* Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

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[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Unique hashtags that narrow the focus of the message allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ definitions and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always imperative to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

'''What is Twitter?'''

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]

==References==
* Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-14T15:38:17Z

Leslie Smith: /* References */ Added references

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Unique hashtags that narrow the focus of the message allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

As Twitter is always evolving, it is important to consider that the [http://tagdef.com/ uses and abbreviations] of hashtags are also changing. And, as always, it is always important to remember [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/twitter-etiquette-101/ Twitter etiquette] and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

'''What is Twitter?'''

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]

==References==
* Doctor, Vanessa. "Basic Twitter Terms You Must Know." ''Hashtags.org,'' 21 June 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Fielding, Veronica. "Improve Your Job Search with Social Networking." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Guiseppi, Meg. "Amplify Your Personal Brand with Twitter." ''CareerCast.'' Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Hyatt, Michael. "12 Reasons to Start Twittering." ''Intentional Leadership,'' 4 May 2008. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "The Twitter effect: We are all members of the media now." ''Gigaom,'' 25 April 2011. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.
* Ingram, Matthew. "David Carr on newspapers, Twitter and Citizen Journalism." ''Gigaom,'' 14 Sept. 2012. Web. 5 Nov. 2012.

Twitter

2012-11-14T15:23:36Z

Leslie Smith: /* Notes */ deleted notes

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Unique hashtags that narrow the focus of the message allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

And, as always, it is always important to remember Twitter etiquette and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

'''What is Twitter?'''

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]

==References==

Twitter

2012-11-14T15:19:54Z

Leslie Smith: /* External Links */ edited external links

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Unique hashtags that narrow the focus of the message allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding Writing for Digital Media, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

And, as always, it is always important to remember Twitter etiquette and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

'''What is Twitter?'''

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html Writing skills]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ Twitter feed definition]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ Participation] in [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ current events]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter Personal brand]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Twitter creating stronger resumes]

==Notes==

==References==

Twitter

2012-11-14T15:14:33Z

Leslie Smith: Added external links and notes and references categories.

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols# hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a thread that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users. The most important aspect of Twitter is arguably conversation among users. The hashtag then, facilitates these conversations by linking users from all over the world with similar text subjects. Unique hashtags that narrow the focus of the message allow for those who use the same subject words or phrases to connect.

It is important to note, though, that not all hashtags are created equal. Depending on who the user/student is attempting to appeal or connect to, [http://sproutsocial.com/insights/2011/08/twitter-hashtags/ some are better than others]. According to Vanessa Doctor, there are several ways to make the hashtag [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/how-to-get-your-hashtag-trending-on-twitter/ trend], as she advises: "choose the right topic," and "have a personal approach." Additionally, It is possible to [http://www.tagofthetown.com/claim-your-tag.html claim] a hashtag, which reverts to a landing page, allowing for further branding of self.

Regarding writing for digital media or other college courses, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or like-minded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly [http://twitter.pbworks.com/w/page/1779812/Hashtags “summing up”] what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a [http://georgecouros.ca/blog/archives/2609 classroom] setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

And, as always, it is always important to remember Twitter etiquette and the basic [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/what-characters-can-a-hashtag-include/ do's and don'ts of hashtags].

'''What is Twitter?'''

Twitter is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

==External Links==
* [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html]
* [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/]
* [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/]
* [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter]
* [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking]

==Notes==

==References==

Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students

2012-11-14T15:01:58Z

Leslie Smith: /* Digital and Social Media */ Added brief paragraph to the main page

Content coming soon.

==Writing==

[[Expertise]]

==Layout==

Layout is the visual aspect of web based writing. The site's [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Design design] must include high-quality [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php?title=Graphics graphics]. Personal web pages and sites must also include [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Contact contact] information that is accessible on each page. Not only does site layout include visual elements, it also involves the [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php?title=Navigation_and_Usability navigation] used to travel through the website, the headers and footers used for [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Scanability scanability], and the references supplied by links and other [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Relevance_and_Support relevant support].

==Digital and Social Media==

Digital and social media sites are changing the way that we interact with the world both professionally and personally. Sites like Linkedin, VisualCV, and About.Me allow users to create a professional online presence. Social media sites like [[Twitter]] and blogging websites like Wordpress allow users to add a personality and perspective to their professional presence on the web.

==See Also==

*[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media]

*[http://mca.maconstate.edu/ The Department of Media, Culture, and the Arts]

*[http://www.maconstate.edu/ Macon State College]

==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students

2012-11-14T14:57:54Z

Leslie Smith: /* Digital and Social Media */

Content coming soon.

==Writing==

Content coming soon from writing group.

==Layout==

Layout is the visual aspect of web based writing. The site's [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Design design] must include high-quality [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php?title=Graphics graphics]. Personal web pages and sites must also include [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Contact contact] information that is accessible on each page. Not only does site layout include visual elements, it also involves the [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php?title=Navigation_and_Usability navigation] used to travel through the website, the headers and footers used for [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Scanability scanability], and the references supplied by links and other [http://litmuse.maconstate.edu/litwiki/index.php/Relevance_and_Support relevant support].

==Digital and Social Media==

[[Twitter]]

==See Also==

*[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media]

*[http://mca.maconstate.edu/ The Department of Media, Culture, and the Arts]

*[http://www.maconstate.edu/ Macon State College]

==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

Twitter

2012-11-07T16:03:05Z

Leslie Smith:

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [http://hashtags.org hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a conversation wall that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users.

Regarding writing for digital media or other college courses, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or likeminded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly “summing up” what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a classroom setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

'''What is Twitter?'''

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

'''What does Twitter do?'''

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

'''What can Twitter do for you?'''

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

Twitter

2012-11-07T16:01:28Z

Leslie Smith:

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [http://hashtags.org hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a conversation wall that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users.

Regarding writing for digital media or other college courses, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or likeminded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly “summing up” what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a classroom setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

""What is Twitter?""

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

""What does Twitter do?""

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

""What can Twitter do for you?""

Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

Twitter

2012-11-07T16:00:19Z

Leslie Smith: Added the draft of the individual wiki post.

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is known for its use of the [http://hashtags.org hashtag], used in order to categorize the user’s message or connect it to relative subjects. Hashtags become especially important in order for members of a group to post similar material to a conversation wall that is connected by a common hashtag. Communication then, becomes easier when elements such as subject hashtags are employed, making connections and visibility of posts easy among users.

Regarding writing for digital media or other college courses, the use of hashtags is crucial to the connections of groups or likeminded students who wish to relate their thoughts to others. Since writing on Twitter must be brief, hashtags assist in quickly “summing up” what has been relayed in the Tweet. This way, the user does not have to elaborate inside of the post, but can rely on the hashtag to classify the message. Specifically, because of hashtags, the engagement within a classroom setting of individuals using Twitter can be much more successful, as students communicate and convey ideas for the course to their peers and professors.

What is Twitter?

[http://twitter.com Twitter] is a social media site that allows users to send messages containing information in a brief and concise way. These messages are called tweets. Twitter helps the user hone his or her [http://michaelhyatt.com/12-reasons-to-start-twittering.html writing skills]. With only a space of 140 characters, a tweet is an excellent example of what writing for digital media entails because it forces the user to write pointedly.

What does Twitter do?

Tweeting allows users to access information quickly. A twitter [http://www.hashtags.org/platforms/twitter/basic-twitter-terms-you-must-know/ feed] has become a source for information about friends, the weather, entertainment, and news. By following sites such as USA today, Huffington Post, and The New York Times, a twitter user can stay updated on what is happening in the world.

Not only has twitter become an aggregator of news and information, it has also become a way for users to share and report their own news. Twitter allows users to [http://gigaom.com/2011/08/25/the-twitter-effect-we-are-all-members-of-the-media-now/ participate] in breaking news stories. Both journalists and non-journalists are using twitter to report significant current [http://gigaom.com/2012/09/14/david-carr-on-newspapers-twitter-and-citizen-journalism/ events].

What can Twitter do for you?
Twitter has been called a micro-blogging site because it offers specific information about the user. Twitter can help jobseekers develop their own [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/amplify-your-personal-brand-twitter brand personal brand] by allowing them to follow and interact with businesses or employers.

Over the past few years, employers have looked at potential employees’ presence on social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter during the hiring process. [http://www.careercast.com/career-news/improve-your-job-search-social-networking Veronica Fielding] writes, “It's becoming more common for recruiters and hiring managers to value a candidate's presence on popular social networks, in addition to traditional qualifications such as a strong resume and interview skills.”

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-31T14:34:03Z

Leslie Smith: /* Introduction */

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, upper level students explore ways to write for professional websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. In Brian Carroll's book "[http://www.scribd.com/doc/100782608/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]," writing for digital media is defined as "writing in and for digital environments and communicating effectively through the use of graphical content, multimedia and hypertext."

It is important that students preparing for the workforce ready themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Audience==

For this project, the content will be applicable to upper level college students who are focused on pursuing their professions after graduating. This wiki project will be a resource for students and will enable them to write affectively online and to use social media and online résumés to exemplify their career goals. Learning how to write affectively for the screen and how to tailor online resource to reflect professional careers is beneficial for upper level college students in the twenty-first century.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to college students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially-based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways. Aside from communication, these digital platforms allow higher-level college students to create a brand for themselves in order to prepare to enter the professional world.

==Project Details==

The project will be written by three groups focusing on the writing, layout, and digital and social media aspects of writing for the web. Each section of each group will cover specific details about that topic and explain how to best utilize it when writing for digital media.

#Writing
##[[Good Writing]] (Hollidae Strozier): Precision/being concise, imagination, and consistency.
##[[Identification]] (Savannah McDaniel): Key communication concept, forms trust from readers.
##[[Expertise]] (Josh Hager): Professionalism and credibility.
#Layout
##[[Contact]] (Sarah Joiner): credibility, accountability, and types of contact.
##[[Design]] (Rebecca Lynch): Must be consistent visually and user-friendly.
##[[Graphics]] (Brandon Fluellen): Appropriate use and no "clown pants."
##[[Navigation and Usability]] (Katie Nix): Inserting appropriate links and adding to the usefulness of pages.
##[[Scanability]] (Victoria Masa): Visual formatting online and using headers, subheaders, and links.
##[[Relevance and Support]] (Steven Lewis): Dated pages, outside web site sources, and relevant content links.
#Digital and Social Media
##[[Twitter]] (Leslie Smith/Tara Scroggins): Example of what writing for digital media entails and the use of hashtags.
##[[About Me]] (Amelia Hall): Simple, scannable, and easy to use.
##[[Wordpress]] (Katie Hotchkiss): Interactive and easily customizable.
##[[Visual CV]] (Lily Billingsley): All the aspects of a traditional resume and add-ons to digital porfolio, links, images, and videos.
##[[Linked In]] (Emily Allmond): Professional online network of resumes.

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==Potential References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#ICFJ Anywhere. (25 July 2012). "[http://ijnet.org/stories/how-improve-your-writing-internet Five Basic Writing Tips for Digital Media]". ''International Journalist's Network''. DC:ICFJ. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lawrence, Dr. Ramon. (2011). “[https://people.ok.ubc.ca/rlawrenc/teaching/writingProposal.html Guide For Writing Project Proposals]”. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lucas, Gerald R. (2012). “[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media, Fall 2012]”. ''LitMUSE''. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. ''Web Style Guide''. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-31T14:33:22Z

Leslie Smith: Leslie Smith added the audience portion of the proposal.

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, upper level students explore ways to write for professional websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. In Brian Carroll's book "[http://www.scribd.com/doc/100782608/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]" he defines this as "writing in and for digital environments and communicating effectively through the use of graphical content, multimedia and hypertext."

It is important that students preparing for the workforce ready themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Audience==

For this project, the content will be applicable to upper level college students who are focused on pursuing their professions after graduating. This wiki project will be a resource for students and will enable them to write affectively online and to use social media and online résumés to exemplify their career goals. Learning how to write affectively for the screen and how to tailor online resource to reflect professional careers is beneficial for upper level college students in the twenty-first century.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to college students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially-based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways. Aside from communication, these digital platforms allow higher-level college students to create a brand for themselves in order to prepare to enter the professional world.

==Project Details==

The project will be written by three groups focusing on the writing, layout, and digital and social media aspects of writing for the web. Each section of each group will cover specific details about that topic and explain how to best utilize it when writing for digital media.

#Writing
##[[Good Writing]] (Hollidae Strozier): Precision/being concise, imagination, and consistency.
##[[Identification]] (Savannah McDaniel): Key communication concept, forms trust from readers.
##[[Expertise]] (Josh Hager): Professionalism and credibility.
#Layout
##[[Contact]] (Sarah Joiner): credibility, accountability, and types of contact.
##[[Design]] (Rebecca Lynch): Must be consistent visually and user-friendly.
##[[Graphics]] (Brandon Fluellen): Appropriate use and no "clown pants."
##[[Navigation and Usability]] (Katie Nix): Inserting appropriate links and adding to the usefulness of pages.
##[[Scanability]] (Victoria Masa): Visual formatting online and using headers, subheaders, and links.
##[[Relevance and Support]] (Steven Lewis): Dated pages, outside web site sources, and relevant content links.
#Digital and Social Media
##[[Twitter]] (Leslie Smith/Tara Scroggins): Example of what writing for digital media entails and the use of hashtags.
##[[About Me]] (Amelia Hall): Simple, scannable, and easy to use.
##[[Wordpress]] (Katie Hotchkiss): Interactive and easily customizable.
##[[Visual CV]] (Lily Billingsley): All the aspects of a traditional resume and add-ons to digital porfolio, links, images, and videos.
##[[Linked In]] (Emily Allmond): Professional online network of resumes.

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==Potential References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#ICFJ Anywhere. (25 July 2012). "[http://ijnet.org/stories/how-improve-your-writing-internet Five Basic Writing Tips for Digital Media]". ''International Journalist's Network''. DC:ICFJ. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lawrence, Dr. Ramon. (2011). “[https://people.ok.ubc.ca/rlawrenc/teaching/writingProposal.html Guide For Writing Project Proposals]”. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lucas, Gerald R. (2012). “[http://litmuse.net/course/nmac/writing-for-digital-media-fall-2012 Writing for Digital Media, Fall 2012]”. ''LitMUSE''. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. ''Web Style Guide''. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T14:50:19Z

Leslie Smith: /* Project Details */

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as different platforms through which people communicate electronically.

With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways.

==Project Details==

#Contact
##Social Media
###Twitter
###About Me
##Visual CV and Linked In
#Writing
##Good Writing
##Identification
#Layout
##Design
##Graphics
##Navigation
##Scanability
##Usability
##Relevance and Support

-Contact (Sarah Joiner):
*Credibility
*Accountability
*Types of contact

-Design (Rebecca Lynch)
*Must be consistent visually
*User-friendly

-Expertise (Josh Hager)

-Good Writing (Hollidae Strozier)

-Identification (Savannah McDaniel)
*A key communication concept
*Forms trust from the readers

-Graphics (Brandon Fluellen)

-Navigation/Usability (Katie Nix)

-Relevance/Support (Steven Lewis)
*Dates on every page
*Information must be supported by outside Web sites
*Content links
**Links need to be relevant

-Scanability (Victoria Masa)
* Visually formatting information online
* Using headers and subheads and links

-Twitter
*Leslie Smith will discuss Twitter as an example of what writing for digital media entails because it allows users to write briefly and concisely in the form of a 140 character tweet.
*Tara Scroggins will highlight the use of hashtags and their importance to connect similar material on the site.

-About.me (Amelia Hall):
*Simple
*Scannable
*Easy to use

-Wordpress (Katie Hotchkiss)
*Very interactive
*Easy to customize

-Visual CV (Lily Billingsley)
*Online visual resume that includes:
** All the aspects of a traditional resume
** Add-ons to digital portfolio, links, images, and video.

-Linkedln (Emily Allmond)
*Professional online network of resumes

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==References==

#Carrol, Brian. (2010). ''"[http://www.scribd.com/doc/64429015/Writing-for-Digital-Media Writing for Digital Media]"''. New York: Routledge. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#ICFJ Anywhere. (25 July 2012). "[http://ijnet.org/stories/how-improve-your-writing-internet Five Basic Writing Tips for Digital Media]". ''International Journalist's Network''. DC:ICFJ. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lawrence, Dr. Ramon. (2011). “[https://people.ok.ubc.ca/rlawrenc/teaching/writingProposal.html Guide For Writing Project Proposals]”. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.
#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. ''Web Style Guide''. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T14:48:43Z

Leslie Smith: /* Project Details */

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as different platforms through which people communicate electronically.

With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways.

==Project Details==

#Contact
##Social Media
###Twitter
###About Me
##Visual CV and Linked In
#Writing
##Good Writing
##Identification
#Layout
##Design
##Graphics
##Navigation
##Scanability
##Usability
##Relevance and Support

-Contact (Sarah Joiner):
*Credibility
*Accountability
*Types of contact

-Design (Rebecca Lynch)
*Must be consistent visually
*User-friendly

-Expertise (Josh Hager)

-Good Writing (Hollidae Strozier)

-Identification (Savannah McDaniels)
*A key communication concept
*Forms trust from the readers

-Graphics (Brandon Fluellen)

-Navigation/Usability (Katie Nix)

-Relevance/Support (Steven Lewis)
*Dates on every page
*Information must be supported by outside Web sites
*Content links
**Links need to be relevant

-Scanability (Victoria Masa)
* Visually formatting information online
* Using headers and subheads and links

-Twitter
*Leslie Smith will discuss Twitter as an example of what writing for digital media entails because it allows users to write briefly and concisely in the form of a 140 character tweet.
*Tara Scroggins will highlight the use of hashtags and their importance to connect similar material on the site.

-About.me (Amelia Hall):
*Simple
*Scannable
*Easy to use

-Wordpress (Katie Hotchkiss)
*Very interactive
*Easy to customize

-Visual CV (Lily Billingsley)
*Online visual resume that includes:
** All the aspects of a traditional resume
** Add-ons to digital portfolio, links, images, and video.

-Linkedln (Emily)
*Professional online network of resumes

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==References==

#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. Web Style Guide. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T14:47:47Z

Leslie Smith: /* Project Details */ Added to individual responsibilities.

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as different platforms through which people communicate electronically.

With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways.

==Project Details==

#Contact
##Social Media
###Twitter
###About Me
##Visual CV and Linked In
#Writing
##Good Writing
##Identification
#Layout
##Design
##Graphics
##Navigation
##Scanability
##Usability
##Relevance and Support

-Contact (Sarah Joiner):
*Credibility
*Accountability
*Types of contact

-Design (Rebecca Lynch)
*Must be consistent visually
*User-friendly

-Expertise (Josh Hager)

-Good Writing (Hollidae Strozier)

-Identification (Savannah McDaniels)
*Forms trust from the readers

-Graphics (Brandon Fluellen)

-Navigation/Usability (Katie Nix)

-Relevance/Support (Steven Lewis)
*Dates on every page
*Information must be supported by outside Web sites
*Content links
**Links need to be relevant

-Scanability (Victoria Masa)
* Visually formatting information online
* Using headers and subheads and links

-Twitter
*Leslie Smith will discuss Twitter as an example of what writing for digital media entails because it allows users to write briefly and concisely in the form of a 140 character tweet.
*Tara Scroggins will highlight the use of hashtags and their importance to connect similar material on the site.

-About.me (Amelia Hall):
*Simple
*Scannable
*Easy to use

-Wordpress (Katie Hotchkiss)
*Very interactive
*Easy to customize

-Visual CV (Lily)
*Online visual resume that includes:
** All the aspects of a traditional resume
** Add-ons to digital portfolio, links, images, and video.

-Linkedln (Emily)
*Professional online network of resumes

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==References==

#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. Web Style Guide. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T14:45:28Z

Leslie Smith: /* Project Details */ added individual responsibilities

==Introduction==

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as different platforms through which people communicate electronically.

With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

==Motivation==

This project will demonstrate to students how to write effectively for the screen. This topic is important because not only is the nature of writing evolving, but in an ever-increasing technological society, it is crucial to be able to communicate with efficiency. Specifically, the issue of communication among students is interesting because social connections are necessary in the current technology-based world. These issues can be solved by the ability to proficiently utilize socially based networks as well as other digital writing mediums. Ideally, student-based environments that employ good writing can communicate optimally and connect in resourceful ways.

==Project Details==

#Contact
##Social Media
###Twitter
###About Me
##Visual CV and Linked In
#Writing
##Good Writing
##Identification
#Layout
##Design
##Graphics
##Navigation
##Scanability
##Usability
##Relevance and Support

-Contact (Sarah Joiner):
*Credibility
*Accountability
*Types of contact

-Design (Rebecca Lynch)

-Expertise (Josh Hager)

-Good Writing (Hollidae Strozier)

-Identification (Savannah McDaniels)

-Graphics (Brandon Fluellen)

-Navigation/Usability (Katie Nix)

-Relevance/Support (Steven Lewis)
*Dates on every page
*Information must be supported by outside Web sites
*Content links
**Links need to be relevant

-Scanability (Victoria Masa)
* Visually formatting information online
* Using headers and subheads and links

-Twitter
*Leslie Smith will discuss Twitter as an example of what writing for digital media entails because it allows users to write briefly and concisely in the form of a 140 character tweet.
*Tara Scroggins will highlight the use of hashtags and their importance to connect similar material on the site.

-About.me (Amelia Hall):
*Simple
*Scannable
*Easy to use

-Wordpress (Katie Hotchkiss)
*Very interactive
*Easy to customize

-Visual CV (Lily)
*Online visual resume that includes all the aspects of a traditional resume, with add-ons to digital portfolio, links, images, and video.

-Linkedln (Emily)
*Professional online network of resumes

==Timeline==

*Individual Submission due 11/05/12
*Individual Submission Workshop 11/07/12
*Final Individual Submission 11/19/12
*Group Submission due 11/26/12
*Group Submission Workshop 11/28/12
*Final Group Discussion and Revision 12/03/12
*Final Wiki Project due 12/05/12

==Conclusion==

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact information, good writing, usability, relevant links, support, and a strong identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing for the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and scan-ability are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

[[Category:Composition]][[Category:New Media]]

==References==

#Lynch, Patrick J., Horton, Sarah. (2009). “[http://webstyleguide.com/wsg3/index.html Web Style Guide Online, 3rd Edition]”. Web Style Guide. Retrieved 29 Oct 2012.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T14:37:57Z

Leslie Smith: Added bullet points and edited single responsibilities.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-29T00:43:54Z

Leslie Smith: Leslie Smith spaced out paragraphs in the post.

In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as: different platforms on which people communicate electronically.

Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing. Proper navigation, contact, usability, relevance, support, and identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing in the digital age.

A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and "scan-ability" are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.

With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.

WDM Fall 2012 Proposal

2012-10-28T17:02:32Z

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In NMAC 3108, Writing for Digital Media, students explore the ways to write for websites, blogs, and other forms of digital media. Digital media is defined as: different platforms on which people communicate electronically. Social media sites like Twitter, "About Me" pages, and online resume sites like Visual CV create an opportunity to facilitate better writing.
Proper navigation, contact, usability, relevance, support, and identification are necessary in order to exhibit professionalism when writing in the digital age. A site made with these key elements in mind ensures credible writing directed towards the appropriate audience. Design, graphics, and "scan-ability" are vital to the process of writing for the screen. Paying close attention to these elements creates a visually appealing work of web writing that will attract readers.
With the advent of e-readers, iPads, and other innovations of the Digital Age, it is important that students prepare themselves for the specific writing style necessary to successfully write for various forms of digital media.