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==Writing== | ==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 | 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. | ||
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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 for attracting readers. In web based digital media, “good writing” typically has a higher standard than traditional print. Though the standard varies, the most important thing to keep in mind is to keep readers interested from the moment a potential reader clicks on the page. | 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 for attracting readers. In web based digital media, “good writing” typically has a higher standard than traditional print. Though the standard varies, the most important thing to keep in mind is to keep readers interested from the moment a potential reader clicks on the page. | ||
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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. | 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, important aspects to consider include layout and content. These elements create expertise. The layout determines whether or not a potential reader stops and peruses the information displayed. Subheadings, links, and color scheme create the first impression. The writing, the author's informational expertise, is an afterthought. | When writing for the screen, important aspects to consider include layout and content. These elements create expertise. The layout determines whether or not a potential reader stops and peruses the information displayed. Subheadings, links, and color scheme create the first impression. The writing, the author's informational expertise, is an afterthought. | ||