What will they think of next?

In regards to the articles concerning Ben Domenech, I found the controversy to be enlightening as far as the intricate nature of internet publication. I think that bloggers can really learn from this experience. Plagiarizing is a very serious offense.

After reading these articles, I am curious as to how bloggers can ensure that they are indeed being responsible and ethical in their submissions. I know that I have taken many writing courses where the instructors have impressed the importance of sourcing and referencing material in all forms of writing. That being said, I still have had issues concerning proper citing techniques.

I see now that there are millions of bloggers from all walks of life, not just journalists. I feel that these uneducated individuals should review the liabilities of blogging and responsible practices before writing for the public. We have discussed issues that would arise as the popularity of blogs grew. I believe that if bloggers are not careful they will face unanticipated consequences.

Incidentally, I watched an old episode of CSI: Miami last night. I found that blogging can be used in far more deceptive ways than I ever expected. The episode centered on a corporation blog that employees used to spread inside gossip. The employees also used code words to disclose private information within the company. The old saying goes, “read between the lines”, I found that bloggers could have the potential to also write between the lines. Whether or not this is truly possible and currently happening, it makes me nervous…especially for our young people that use the internet inappropriately.

There's more than war in the milblogs

I have found the Sandbox to be a great way to correspond with those overseas and really get a feel for their experiences. I really appreciate the sincerity of the posts. I also really enjoy the art work that is displayed and the photos of the living conditions. The site brings another side of life in the midst of war to life, a more personable one that the media does not show the public.

Who's Out There?

Audience

The anticipated audience will include the general public of Warsaw and visitors to the area. Warsaw is well known for increasing its population in the summer months with so many lakes in the area. This blog will be helpful to those that have missed the restaurant happenings in the off season. In addition, Warsaw is home to multiple orthopedic companies that bring in many visitors year round and they will find a service such as this blog a good way to get to know the town and what it has to offer. People of the town of Warsaw will especially appreciate the restaurant blog as a means to further community relations by becoming more involved with regard their restaurant experiences. It is a well- known fact that “word of mouth” carries a lot of weight in restaurant success.

Here's the skinny

Introduction

The Restaurant Blog is designed to provide an ongoing service to the potential patrons of Warsaw restaurants. The blog will provide locations and phone numbers of area restaurants with brief overviews regarding menu items and ambiance. This site will demonstrate an interactive guide for residents as well as visitors to comment on their restaurant experiences in order to aid others in deciding their dining destinations. The blog will feature restaurants and inform the public of special events and menu updates. This blog will not be used to file complaints as the blog creator is merely a patron and not affiliated with the restaurants.

Whats in it for me

Table of Contents

I. Title Page
II. Introduction
III. Body
A. About the Blog
1. Brief Overview- The Restaurants
2. Blog Features
B. Blog Mission
1. Purpose of the Blog
2. Goals of the Blog
C. Audience
1. Analysis of anticipated audience
2. Blog Policies for Subscribers
IV. Conclusion
V. References

What's Next for my Restaurant blog

In the next week, I will further my research in restaurant blogs and begin to develop a list of all the components that I will use in my restaurant blog. I will make a list of restaurants with brief descriptions. I will then begin to formulate a rough draft of the technical/artistic side of the blog and see what kind of options that I have…..I am thinking elevator music???

Who's in Charge, here?

Linda Rosencrance discussed Corporate weblogging and the impending offenses associated with defamation and revealing trade secrets. I think that she raises valid points, however, I found myself asking, “Who is in Charge, here”? I think that like many other online correspondence, a higher authority will become necessary. The next weblog that we were asked to review followed in suit with expressing the need for guidelines within corporations. These kinds of issues that are being raised lead me to question the validity and necessity in blogs, at least in the corporate world. I have tried to pitch the idea of a corporate blog for my husbands company and I really do not see the necessity. I find it a less secure form of a general website.