Web Based Digital Media for College Writing Students: Difference between revisions

: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.

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

: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.

: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.