PODCASTs

Requirements for your Comments to this Post:

1. Research about useful applications for PODCASTs.
2. Identify 2 PODCASTs that are interesting and explain what information they offer.
3. At least one of your PODCASTs must be of educational value.
   
4. Add two separate comments to this PODCAST Post.

Background Information:
Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio programs or music videos, over the Internet, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their files; a podcast however is distinguished by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading RSS or Atom feeds.
Usually a podcast features one type of 'show', with new episodes released either sporadically or at planned intervals such as daily or weekly. In addition, there are podcast networks that feature multiple shows on the same feed.
Podcasting's essence is about creating content (audio or video) for an audience that wants to listen or watch when they want, where they want, and how they want.

Internet Dangers

The purpose of this post is to advise other students about a specific internet danger that you have researched and are familiar with. For full credit include the types of information shown in hte example below. You could even copy and paste the example, then replace my info with your own.
Read the other comments and make your's original.

EXAMPLE
Danger: Criminals use computer technology to obtain large amounts of personal data such as passwords or even banking information.
Prevention: Do NOT respond to "spam" ­ unsolicited E-mail ­ that promises them some benefit but requests identifying data, without realizing that in many cases, the requester has no intention of keeping his promise.
Source: Dept of Justice Website. URL is:
http://www.usdoj.gov/criminal/fraud/idtheft.html#What%20Are%20The%20Most%20Common%20Ways%20To%20Commit%20Identity

Web Log (Blog) Creation and Participation

After you create a Blog, comment to this Post and add a hyperlink to your BLOGSPOT.
When you create your Post, show an example of how you want others to format their comments.

Also, add a comment (or more) to each other person's Blog.

You can show your creativity by adding graphics from sites like - http://www.glittergraphics.us/

Let Mr. Turton know when you have received an acceptable comment from each person in the class. The percent of the class that comments to your Post is a portion of the grade you get on the project.
Be creative and get started early.

Example Post
Visit Mr. Turton's Project Evaluation Blog at : http://turtoncompapps.blogspot.com/2006/04/project-evaluation.html

ACCESS Tips

Create a comment that explains a tip you have for other students who are learning and using ACCESS.

Here are the guidelines:

• Make it original.
• Read the comments that already have been posted.
• Make sure your tip works.
• Before your click on Publish, minimize this window and test your own tip.
• Take your time. Proofread your comment and check for grammar.
• Use complete sentences.Keep it simple.
• If your tip requires multiple steps, list them separately with enough detail.

Follow the example below to meet the minimum expectation.
Example:

Tip - Copy and Paste a cell's formatting only.

• Click on the cell you want to copy the Formatting for.
• Right click and choose Copy.
• Click on the cell(s) you want to copy the formatting to.
• Choose Edit - Paste Special from the Standard Tool Bar.
• Choose Format Only and OK.

Presentation Ideas from Your Peers - #2

List a new skill or idea you gained from watching one of your peers presenting their PowerPoint Project. Your comment could relate to the PowerPoint software or the presenter's style or technique. Be sure your comment is unique. Read the existing comments first.

Example:
I learned from Joanne Cool that fading out each bullet as you click on the next bullet helps keep the audience's attention focused on the bullet I am currently discussing.

Presentation Ideas from Your Peers - #1

List a new skill or idea you gained from watching one of your peers presenting their PowerPoint Project. Your comment could relate to the PowerPoint software or the presenter's style or technique. Be sure your comment is unique. Read the existing comments first.

Example:
I learned from Joe Cool that fading out each bullet as you click on the next bullet helps keep the audience's attention focused on the bullet I am currently discussing.

Project Evaluation

Tell me (us) your favorite project from this Keyboarding and Computer Applications class. Give the project and what you like most about it. Use three to five complete sentences.