Wednesday, October 12, 2011

How to Become a Better Blogger

Now that we all have blogs I thought that it would be a good time to make a blog about becoming a better blogger. First we need to explore the definition of a blog. Weblog (aka: blog) is a website that has an online personal journal with reflections comments and hyperlinks. Blogging is a very simple way to communicate; creating a family blog could possibly create a lower telephone bill by keeping families updated on news within the family.
So, how do you become a better blogger?  The first and most important thing you should consider as blogger is who your audience is. Knowing who will be looking over and commenting on your blog helps a blogger understand how the blog should be written, essentially intriguing your readers and provoking them to invest their time into reading your blog. Another aspect of blogging etiquette to keep in mind is to not to be too formal. Being formal could limit the comments and interests your audience might have on your blog. One way I myself have learned to become better at blogging is to write like you are having conversation with a friend. Allowing conversation should allow your fellow bloggers to be more comfortable reading and commenting on your blog.
Other ways to better a blog might be to recite your blog post to yourself prior to posting think to yourself as if you were reading someone else’s blog for the first time. You could also visit other blogs like the one you are making to gasp a better understanding of your blog subject. Bloggers should be inviting to comments thus expanding the audience of one’s blog. Like any other paper turned into class your blog posts should be spell checked.  And finally, don’t sweat it! Remember to write passionately.
Below are some additional links that I have found on the web to help you better your blogging abilities.                            
Enjoy

101 Steps to Becoming a Better Blogger


P.S.  I forgot to mention always keep your blog updated you will lose followers if you don’t have a constant stream of new information. Update! Update! Even the smallest posts keep bloggers coming back!

2 comments:

  1. Thank you for defining what a blog is. Personally, i had NO idea what this was and am very new to it. I look forward to learning more from you.

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  2. Your blog is educational and I appreciate your insight. The links are helpful. I look forward to your development of this blog and your growth as a 21st Century student and educator.

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