For my most recent assignment, I've been leaning how to 'become a safe blogger.' This could mean different things to different people, but I've merged some general/common rules and guidelines. A few tips are:
1. Blog Anonymously- Use a nickname.
2. Blog Without Getting Fired- Avoid controversial topics and political opinions
3. Don't Reveal Any Personal Information: Avoid becoming a victim of identity theft, or having a personal stalker. Be careful about what you post on the internet!
4. Blog Exclusively: Know who follows you, allow only certain people to follow you.
5. Obey the Law- Don't post about your illegal drug use, or share anything you don't have the right to share.
These guidelines came from two sites:
http://sheniseedublog.blogspot.com/2010/09/best-practices-for-safe-blogging.html
and
https://www.eff.org/wp/blog-safely
Friday, August 30, 2013
The Pedagogy of Blogs
Recently I was able to not only learn about, but research various educational blogs. Here, I'll share some of my thoughts, findings and comments. As I searched, three stood out to me. One is a classroom blog, titled: "Mrs. Yollis' Classroom Blog." Another is an individual teachers blog, "The Nerdy Teacher," and last...but certainly not least is an incredibly professional group blog, "Edutopia." I like these sites for different reasons, but they are all very informational. The Nerdy Teacher goes with a fun, geeky layout; and isn't afraid to let his sense of humor and personality shine through in his posts. Mrs. Yollis blog is full of pictures, and videos (who doesn't love that?). It's very simple and allows for parents to easily follow the format and agenda of the class. I liked Edutopia for different reasons. It's incredibly professional, informational and organized. It seems to be a little more in-depth and detailed. The postings are obviously much more advanced than those from Mrs. Yollis.
I appreciated the opportunity to search these blogs, and I learned from each of them.
The Nerdy Teacher- http://www.thenerdyteacher.com/
Edutopia- http://www.edutopia.org/
Mrs. Yollis'- http://yollisclassblog.blogspot.com/
I appreciated the opportunity to search these blogs, and I learned from each of them.
The Nerdy Teacher- http://www.thenerdyteacher.com/
Edutopia- http://www.edutopia.org/
Mrs. Yollis'- http://yollisclassblog.blogspot.com/
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Social Media Club Review Paper
SOCIAL MEDIA CLUB REVIEW
I learn more about social media every day, and the Social Media Club of Cache Valley (SMCCV) only broadened by understanding. Many members, interested citizens and students attended the meeting Monday, April 9th.
While at the venue, Sweetly Divine, (Many were tempted to call it “Tweetly Divine”) I thoroughly enjoyed the 30 percent discount given to attendees. The seats were nearly all taken, as the meeting produced a packed house. Audience members ranged from young to old, students to professors, and single to married individuals.
It was a well ran event consisting of an introduction, “meet and greet,” multiple drawings, speakers and time to explore social media. Many guests took time to tweet about the experience, or update their facebook status. President Preston Parker made announcements and conducted the meeting, while other board members assisted where needed. Jason Williams, in charge of club events, spoke for fifteen minutes on the group’s trip to the state capitol.
According to Williams, the legislature is usually very protective of their information, and keeps their meetings “closed door.” However for the media club, things were different. Williams and friends were taken on tours, and had access to nearly anything they wanted. “We were treated so kindly either because of ignorance and not understanding, or completely understanding what we were,” Williams said.
Members learned from the trip how on-board with social media the state of Utah really is. “Utah.gov” has completely embraced it, sending reminders via Twitter and Facebook about voting and locations. Organizations can set their own reputation when they are involved with online sources.
I learned how much information is accessible via social media outlets. According to Williams, incredible volumes and amounts of information can be exchanged through “hash-tags” alone on Twitter. Also, social media has raised the level of engagement throughout the state.
Overall, the meeting was a success. It was well attended and smoothly ran. Guests participated by asking questions and feeding discussion. I am grateful I attended, and learned more about online media than I would have thought. It is not out of the question to see me at a meeting in the future!
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Online Reputation Final
1217 E. 900 N.
Logan, UT 84321
TO: Alexsis R. Miller
FROM: Colton V. Thompson
SUBJECT: Social Media Research
DATE: April 4, 2012
Learning about you via social media, and essentially through any online source, was an interesting experience. Overall I found many unique pieces of information. Although most research revealed surface-level, general information, I still feel like I have a better idea of who you are.
Let’s start with your background/personal bio. Of course, it was easy to learn you are from Draper, Utah and attended Alta High School. It seems you come from a family of five, having one brother and one sister. You are 20 or 21 years old, have an interest in men, and are currently single. It’s great to know you attend Utah State University, and are an obvious proud Aggie. This fact can be derived from your constant “likes” of USU throughout the past four years.
So what are your likes, passions, and hobbies? Much like myself, you have interest in “The Office,” Utah Ute Football, Justin Bieber, and Gordon B. Hinckley. According to facebook, you are a very social, popular person. After all, 547 people call themselves your friend. It was fun finding how much you enjoyed spring break! Traveling to Hawaii with a group of fellow Aggies would have been a blast. You’ll have to tell me all about snorkeling, swimming, relaxing, hiking, and of course the epic “mud fight.” You also have a clear liking for “Scary Movie 3,” Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Nick Nash, and the ever-so-popular “Derfing” (That makes 2 of us).I wanted to search many sources to decide how to describe the intriguing Alexsis Miller. Lucky for me, you did exactly that on your personal blog over a year ago! “If I had to pick another thing that you would notice at first is that I am smiling about 99% of the time. I am a pretty happy person, and in my free time, I simply love being with my friends. I also love watching movies and I also really enjoy spending time with my family back home.”
Alexsis, I couldn’t find much on your current or past employment, but I did notice you love to have fun. Besides the previously mentioned vacation to Hawaiian paradise, you enjoy many exciting activities! Attending Aggie sporting events, watching movies on Old Main, chilling with your girls, hiking in St. George, and roller-skating with friends are just a few worthy of the list.
It seems the two of us are more connected than originally thought. You major in Public Relations, I minor in it. We have attended many of the same events, parties, and activities on campus, and even taken a few classes together. There are many friends who we have “in common” including, but not limited to Drew Van Dyke, Scott Walker, Justin Merrell, Ben McKinley, and Bobby Boatman.
I was able to research much about your family. In your blog, you mention your father is African-American. On facebook, Gary Powers, a white man, is listed as your father. One can conclude that an African-American individual with the last name “Miller” is your biological father, and at some point your mother married Gary Powers, whom you refer to as “Dad.” Your parents obviously enjoy cycling, and watching your brother Steven play football for Alta High. Steven and Brooke, your siblings, both are happy, active young adults.
Recently you displayed not only your artistic, but musical talents in a photo-shoot with Tung Truong (also known as “Doom”). I wasn’t aware you and Doom were so close, we will all need to hang out sometime. In this photo-shoot, you can be seen rocking the drum-set, playing piano, singing into a microphone, and strumming a guitar. You comment “Four of my greatest talents.......all instagramed into one. This right here is abstract art,” showing a sarcastic side of your personality. However, you clearly do have passion for music and art.
In conclusion, you maintain a very clean, smart internet “self.” If employers stalked … err … I mean researched you as I have, they would find many positive things. You do not show any scandalous pictures, use any negative language, or brag about possessing bad characteristics. You are a fun, well educated, social individual. You have a few sources in which display information about yourself, but not as many as some emerging adults today. There is no record of you on “linkedin,” “myspace,” “bebo,” or “youtube.” There is lots of information about you online, most of which is very easily accessible. I look forward to continuing my studies with you.
Sincerely,
Colton V. Thompson
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Media Pitch Final
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FOCUS ON PASSIVE INCOME RESURRECTED
Charles,
I have taken interest in your recent finance and money articles. Here is something right up your alley that promotes a great cause; teaching the cache valley community becoming financially independent.
An organization called Cache Valley Area Investors Association works to help people achieve their financial goals. The group focuses largely on passive income, and seems to be helping various interested investors. A few articles you have written emphasize finance, so I thought this may catch your eye.
I’m willing to arrange an interview (in person or phone), or just meet up to provide you with further material. Let me know, thanks.
If people learn the right mentality and approaches to investing, they can all be successful in what they desire. People should be able to spend their time doing something they love, not just a job that provides an income. Passive income largely makes this possible. There are many organizations with the stated goal of helping people understand the relationship between assets, liabilities, income, expenses. They practice the methods found in the ideologies of books including Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Wealthy Barber, The Millionaire Next Door, Atlas Shrugged, The Automatic Millionaire, and The Secret.
Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA) teaches people how to increase passive income. CVAIA embraces the Law of Attraction, Law of Abundance, and Law of Exchange. CVAIA began in August 2007 and now has members from many geographical locations and from all walks of life. The members come together with the same belief: Education mitigates the risks of investing.
Media Director
Colton Thompson
435-890-7070
colton_jazz@hotmail.com
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Herald Journal News
Charles Geraci
cgeraci@hjnews.com
435-792-2123 Ext. 334
FOCUS ON PASSIVE INCOME RESURRECTED
Local Association Supports the Cause
LOGAN, Utah—A recent emphasis is being made on the importance of achieving financial independence for Cache Valley residents.
CVAIA teaches and provides hope for people to become financially independent. Also, the group links individuals with the same types of ideas together. Meetings are held for instruction, brainstorming and networking. Often times members are enlightened by idea sharing, and expert guest speakers.
CVAIA meets on the first, third, and fifth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. On the first Thursday the group gathers at the Chamber of Commerce, located at 160 N. Main. A restaurant of the members choice is the meeting place for the third Thursday, and if there is to be a fifth Thursday, the meeting is held again at the Chamber of Commerce.
If people learn the right mentality and approaches to investing, they can all be successful in what they desire. People should be able to spend their time doing something they love, not just a job that provides an income. Passive income largely makes this possible. There are many organizations with the stated goal of helping people understand the relationship between assets, liabilities, income, expenses. They practice the methods found in the ideologies of books including Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Wealthy Barber, The Millionaire Next Door, Atlas Shrugged, The Automatic Millionaire, and The Secret.
Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA) teaches people how to increase passive income. CVAIA embraces the Law of Attraction, Law of Abundance, and Law of Exchange. CVAIA began in August 2007 and now has members from many geographical locations and from all walks of life. The members come together with the same belief: Education mitigates the risks of investing.
-END-
Charles,
I have taken interest in your recent finance and money articles. Here is something right up your alley that promotes a great cause; teaching the cache valley community becoming financially independent.
An organization called Cache Valley Area Investors Association works to help people achieve their financial goals. The group focuses largely on passive income, and seems to be helping various interested investors. A few articles you have written emphasize finance, so I thought this may catch your eye.
I’m willing to arrange an interview (in person or phone), or just meet up to provide you with further material. Let me know, thanks.
If people learn the right mentality and approaches to investing, they can all be successful in what they desire. People should be able to spend their time doing something they love, not just a job that provides an income. Passive income largely makes this possible. There are many organizations with the stated goal of helping people understand the relationship between assets, liabilities, income, expenses. They practice the methods found in the ideologies of books including Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Wealthy Barber, The Millionaire Next Door, Atlas Shrugged, The Automatic Millionaire, and The Secret.
Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA) teaches people how to increase passive income. CVAIA embraces the Law of Attraction, Law of Abundance, and Law of Exchange. CVAIA began in August 2007 and now has members from many geographical locations and from all walks of life. The members come together with the same belief: Education mitigates the risks of investing.
Media Director
Colton Thompson
435-890-7070
colton_jazz@hotmail.com
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Herald Journal News
Charles Geraci
cgeraci@hjnews.com
435-792-2123 Ext. 334
FOCUS ON PASSIVE INCOME RESURRECTED
Local Association Supports the Cause
LOGAN, Utah—A recent emphasis is being made on the importance of achieving financial independence for Cache Valley residents.
CVAIA teaches and provides hope for people to become financially independent. Also, the group links individuals with the same types of ideas together. Meetings are held for instruction, brainstorming and networking. Often times members are enlightened by idea sharing, and expert guest speakers.
CVAIA meets on the first, third, and fifth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. On the first Thursday the group gathers at the Chamber of Commerce, located at 160 N. Main. A restaurant of the members choice is the meeting place for the third Thursday, and if there is to be a fifth Thursday, the meeting is held again at the Chamber of Commerce.
If people learn the right mentality and approaches to investing, they can all be successful in what they desire. People should be able to spend their time doing something they love, not just a job that provides an income. Passive income largely makes this possible. There are many organizations with the stated goal of helping people understand the relationship between assets, liabilities, income, expenses. They practice the methods found in the ideologies of books including Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Wealthy Barber, The Millionaire Next Door, Atlas Shrugged, The Automatic Millionaire, and The Secret.
Cache Valley Area Investors Association (CVAIA) teaches people how to increase passive income. CVAIA embraces the Law of Attraction, Law of Abundance, and Law of Exchange. CVAIA began in August 2007 and now has members from many geographical locations and from all walks of life. The members come together with the same belief: Education mitigates the risks of investing.
-END-
Press Release 4 Final
Student Health Services
Ryan Barfuss, Prevention Specialist
ryan.barfuss@usu.edu
435-890-3487
LOCAL ORGANIZATION TO SPONSOR COMMUNITY BASKETBALL EVENT
Three-on-Three Tournament Scheduled for Saturday, April 28
LOGAN, Utah— An on-campus wellness group is organizing a fun, competitive, active basketball tournament for interested participants this spring.
Student Health Services (SHS) displayed enthusiasm for the upcoming activity titled Summer Break Shootout. “An event like this fits in well with our mission of wellness and an active lifestyle,” said Director of Health and Wellness Jim Davis.
This is not the first basketball related activity SHS has been involved with. According to Prevention Specialist Ryan Barfuss, having SHS completely on board will promote wellness in the community.
“Our goal is to provide a fun, competitive, exciting opportunity for any individual 18 or older to participate in a health-conscious, active event,” Barfuss said.
All teams are guaranteed at least three round-robin seeding games, and an entrance to a single elimination tournament where a champion will be crowned. In a round-robin, teams are separated into smaller divisions, and compete against each team in their respective pool. Rosters may have anywhere from three to five players. The event is not limited to USU students; any interested person may compete. Games will be played to 15 by “1’s and 2’s,” with the offensive players calling fouls.
Tournaments of the past have created excitement all involved. “It’s fast-paced, jam-packed action for both the athlete and the fan,” former participant Steve Pontius said.
Teams can register in a variety of ways. In person sign-ups take place in the TSC (located on USU campus) from Apr. 18-20, 8 a.m-4 p.m. Captains may also call or text Ryan at 806-433-7769 to secure a spot. For the technical saavy, individuals may email their team name and contact information to logan_hoops@hotmail.com
A registration fee of $35 will be charged to compete. There will be no admission price for parents, siblings and fans, at the same time concessions will be offered to raise money. All proceeds go towards the promotion and awareness of an active lifestyle, healthy living, and being well.
The Student Health Center provides a convenient and cost-effective resource for health care for students at Utah State University. A staff of physicians and advanced-level providers (FNP and PA) is supported by a well-trained staff of nurses, pharmacists, a laboratory technologist, and a health educator to provide care for day-to-day illness, first aid, and to monitor and provide care for more chronic illness, should the need arise. Additionally, the Health Center has responsibility for administering the Student Health Insurance Policy.
Colton Thompson, Media Specialist
colton_jazz@hotmail.com
435-890-7070
-END-
Ryan Barfuss, Prevention Specialist
ryan.barfuss@usu.edu
435-890-3487
LOCAL ORGANIZATION TO SPONSOR COMMUNITY BASKETBALL EVENT
Three-on-Three Tournament Scheduled for Saturday, April 28
LOGAN, Utah— An on-campus wellness group is organizing a fun, competitive, active basketball tournament for interested participants this spring.
Student Health Services (SHS) displayed enthusiasm for the upcoming activity titled Summer Break Shootout. “An event like this fits in well with our mission of wellness and an active lifestyle,” said Director of Health and Wellness Jim Davis.
This is not the first basketball related activity SHS has been involved with. According to Prevention Specialist Ryan Barfuss, having SHS completely on board will promote wellness in the community.
“Our goal is to provide a fun, competitive, exciting opportunity for any individual 18 or older to participate in a health-conscious, active event,” Barfuss said.
All teams are guaranteed at least three round-robin seeding games, and an entrance to a single elimination tournament where a champion will be crowned. In a round-robin, teams are separated into smaller divisions, and compete against each team in their respective pool. Rosters may have anywhere from three to five players. The event is not limited to USU students; any interested person may compete. Games will be played to 15 by “1’s and 2’s,” with the offensive players calling fouls.
Tournaments of the past have created excitement all involved. “It’s fast-paced, jam-packed action for both the athlete and the fan,” former participant Steve Pontius said.
Teams can register in a variety of ways. In person sign-ups take place in the TSC (located on USU campus) from Apr. 18-20, 8 a.m-4 p.m. Captains may also call or text Ryan at 806-433-7769 to secure a spot. For the technical saavy, individuals may email their team name and contact information to logan_hoops@hotmail.com
A registration fee of $35 will be charged to compete. There will be no admission price for parents, siblings and fans, at the same time concessions will be offered to raise money. All proceeds go towards the promotion and awareness of an active lifestyle, healthy living, and being well.
The Student Health Center provides a convenient and cost-effective resource for health care for students at Utah State University. A staff of physicians and advanced-level providers (FNP and PA) is supported by a well-trained staff of nurses, pharmacists, a laboratory technologist, and a health educator to provide care for day-to-day illness, first aid, and to monitor and provide care for more chronic illness, should the need arise. Additionally, the Health Center has responsibility for administering the Student Health Insurance Policy.
Colton Thompson, Media Specialist
colton_jazz@hotmail.com
435-890-7070
-END-
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Draft Press Release 4
Student Health Services
Ryan Barfuss, Prevention Specialist
435-890-3487
LOCAL ORGANIZATION TO SPONSOR COMMUNITY BASKETBALL EVENT
Three-on-Three Tournament Scheduled for Saturday, April 28
LOGAN, Utah— An on-campus wellness group is organizing a basketball tournament for all age qualifying interested patrons in late April.
Student Health Services (SHS) displayed enthusiasm for the upcoming activity titled Summer Break Shootout. “An event like this fits in well with our mission of wellness and an active lifestyle,” said Director of Health and Wellness Jim Davis.
This is not the first basketball related activity SHS has been involved with. The fitness club helped sponsor a tournament in December, but they were not actively involved. According to Prevention Specialist Ryan Barfuss, having SHS completely on board will promote wellness in the community.
“Our goal is to provide a fun, competitive, exciting opportunity for any individual 18 or older to participate in a health-conscious, active event,” Barfuss said.
All teams are guaranteed at least three “round-robin” seeding games, and an entrance to a single elimination tournament where a champion will be crowned. Rosters may have anywhere from three to five players. The event is not limited to USU students; any interested person may compete. Games will be played to 15 by “1’s and 2’s,” with the offensive players calling fouls.
Tournaments of the past have created excitement all involved. “It’s fast-paced, jam-packed action for both the athlete and the fan,” former participant Steve Pontius said.
Teams can register in a variety of ways. In person sign-ups take place in the TSC (located on USU campus) from Apr. 18-20, 8 a.m-4 p.m. Captains may also call or text Ryan at 806-433-7769 to secure a spot. For the technical saavy, individuals may email their team name and contact information to logan_hoops@hotmail.com
A registration fee of $35 will be charged to compete. There will be no admission price for parents, siblings and fans, at the same time concessions will be offered to raise money. All proceeds go towards the promotion and awareness of an active lifestyle, healthy living, and being well.
The Student Health Center provides a convenient and cost-effective resource for health care for students at Utah State University. A staff of physicians and advanced-level providers (FNP and PA) is supported by a well-trained staff of nurses, pharmacists, a laboratory technologist, and a health educator to provide care for day-to-day illness, first aid, and to monitor and provide care for more chronic illness, should the need arise. Additionally, the Health Center has responsibility for administering the Student Health Insurance Policy.
-END-
Colton Thompson, Media Specialist
435-890-7070
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