Example Blog: https://www.skysports.com/
Example Blog: https://www.skysports.com/
What Makes a Blog a Blog?
A written piece of work that focuses on one specific topic.
Usually updated regularly. We will be just one writing one post.
Written in a clear and friendly voice.
Audience and Purpose
Who are writing your blog for?
What is the goal of your blog?
Inform
Explain (How To)
Opinion
Tell a Story
Blog Structure
1.) Title
2.) Introduction
3.) Body (3 Sub Sections)
4.) Conclusion
Voice and Tone
Conversational - writing as if you are speaking to someone
Written for specific type of reader
Short
Visuals
Images and Credits
The images should support the writing.
Don't want to overload your post.
Use free to use photos or give proper credit
Editing Expectations
First Draft = Ideas
Second Draft = Clarity
Final Draft = Conventions
Sources
Cite Your Sources!
Grading Rubric
Topic, Purpose and Audience - 5 points
- Topic is clear and appropriate. Purpose and audience are clear.
Organization and Structure - 5 points
- Title, introduction, body, and conclusion are present and organized.
Content and Research - 5 points
- Information is accurate and explained clearly.
Images and Visuals - 5 points
- Images support the content and are placed thoughtfully.
Original Writing and Sources - 5 points
- Writing is original. Sources are listed.
Conventions - 5 points
- Very few errors; writing is easy to read.
30 points total