November 2009
1 post
Reflection essay
What are social networking sites? Who are the users? And how have they affected the way in which we sustain relationships? Since their introduction, social networking sites have become apart of millions of users everyday lives. Sites such as Myspace, Facebook and twitter have become integrated into many peoples everyday practices (Boyd 2007, p1).My first impression or idea of what social...
Nov 5th
October 2009
5 posts
DIGC 101
Looking over my web project iam surprised on what i have achieved and how my  original idea for my online identity has evolved. Looking back on my first blog the general theme i was aiming at for my  identity was like a like a makeup  gossip collum  with tips and tricks, current trends and written blogs each week on favorite products and what was happening in the cosmeticworld. However over the...
Oct 27th
Fav youtube vid
 I really enjoyed watching all of the class youtube videos, however id have to say that my favorite would have to be the silent film “food for thought”.I loved the simple idea of silent film. The film was clear with the message that the group was trying to put across about academic integity while still being funny and witty.
Oct 7th
research question
I think that my research question for my final reflection essay will be something along the line of what makes an successful and interesting blog.i will look at what different  components are needed to attract an audience or the audience its aimed at.I also think that it would be beneficial for me to look at other students web projects and collect ideas that i like and that i may be able to use to...
Oct 7th
????? messandnoise Forum Questions ????? Group Members Elyse Leanne James We studied messandnoise in our blog last week, it is a music forum predominatly with members from Melbourne and Sydney. Some of our questions are directed towards the troll of the site. This questionaire is to find out how different people use the forum and how the community is established. 1. Age, Gender 2. How...
Oct 6th
In depth interview: Andrew Bolt
Bad points Questions too long and doubled barrelled questions not  direct no non linguistic cues this type of interview does not allow the interviewer to follow up or expand on answers. Good points answers were easy to understand transition was easy
Oct 6th
September 2009
2 posts
DOGC 101 Youtube public or private?
Charles Cooley(1862-1929) The concept of self and knowing ourselves through the  interpretation of our understanding of how others understand us. Three key elements of a social networking site personal profile connect to people able to follow  and comment on others Why do people Youtube? make them think their opinion is more valid because it is on  the net can create a different persona...
Sep 9th
DIGC 101 week 6
Our production is totally a joint group effort. We haven’t delegated roles as we have found that our group works well throwing ideas around, Sharing the camera and being subjects in each shot being taken. My research on ‘Academic integrtiy’ first started with asking some of my friends what it means to them. The feedback i got was that most of them thought of ‘Academic...
Sep 2nd
DIGC 101 Advertising code of ethics
The Avertising Federation of Australia Agency Code of Ethics > Stand up for what you believe is right. Be open-minded and receptive. If something’s wrong, try to resolve it. Let a well-informed conscience be your guide. > Honour all agreements. Agreements are expressions of trust. Honour all promises - written or spoken - to clients, colleagues and suppliers. Respect...
Sep 1st
August 2009
13 posts
DIGC 101 Reflection Essay
What is Social Networking? How has it influenced the way we communicate?  Social networking sites for me are a new and somewhat overwhelming trend .Before starting university this semester my experience of  using social networking sites was limited. I didn’t have a Facebook, Twitter,Tumblr or a Myspace account. I couldn’t understand why social networking has become so popular, with  people...
Aug 27th
DIGC 101
 A) report on your own SNS usage, with reference to at least one of the background material from the course outline. Social networking sites for me are a new and some what overwhelming thing.Before staring university this semester my history of social networking sites was limited. I didn’t have a facebook, twitter,tumblr or a myspace. I couldn’t understand why people invest so much...
Aug 26th
DIGC 102 Advertising Alcohol regulations
http://www.abac.org.au/ www.aana.com.au http://www.adstandards.com.au/pages/page19.asp http://www.dsica.com.au/sections/issues/adv.html http://www.caan.adf.org.au/about_caan/
Aug 25th
DIGC 101 web project
For my web projct iam trying to create a fun interactive myspace page. It is based on myself being a makeup artist and wanting to share my tips, tricks and thoughts about up and coming trends with others.i want my space to consist of lots of pics, blogs from other makeup artists and some youtube tutorials on application. At this point however iam struggeling with just trying to work out how to use...
Aug 21st
DIGC 102 Information research report
Should radio personalities have closer regulations?  The incident with  breakfast radio hosts Kyle and Jackie O where a 14 year old girl was strapped to a lie detector and asked about her sex life, forced  the media watchdog,  the Australian Communications  and  Media Authority (ACMA) to review  current regulatory  arrangements  with live radio following public out rage over the stunt.    After...
Aug 21st
Bibliography DIGC 102
Advertising frederation of Australia 2009,accessed 10/8/2009, http://www.afa.org.au/public/content/ViewCategory.aspx?id=299 Andrews, L 2008, ‘Call to Outlaw Alcohol Ads’, Camberratimes, 21 October, accessed 10/8/2009, Altavista database, http://www.canberratimes.com.au/news/local/news/general/call-to-outlaw-alcohol-ads/1338734.aspx Hastings,G, Andersson,S, cooke,E, Gordon, R 2005,...
Aug 11th
DIGC 102 Sources
 1. Sub-industry:        Advertising 2. Research Question:         “What are the regulations and restrictions of Advertising Alcohol in      Australia?” 3. Keywords      Advertising            Laws      Alocohol               Regulations      Liquor Industry 4. sources http://www.afa.org.au/public/content/ViewCategory.aspx?id=299   ProQuest- Alcohol Marketing and Young People’s...
Aug 10th
DIGC 101.
OK so i was thinking that the hardest part of this task for me would be coming up with an idea and direction for my identity.But i have now realised that my lack of experience with social networks is something of a challenge for me. Before starting this session i was one to avoid social networks, having never signed up for myspace and only briefly having a facebook account.The idea of people...
Aug 9th
Plan for DIGC 101 facebook or myspace identity
I was thinking of creating a professional identity based on my background of being a makeup artist.I will be focusing on lots of images, links, videos and blogs. Some ideas that i was looking at was to use other peoples blogs on produts within the cosmetic industry and use their feedback to create a list of whats hot to buy and whats not. Also using images of the latest trends and breaking them...
Aug 5th
Aug 4th
“Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say and not giving a damn.”
– http://www.quotationspage.com/quote/3159.html
Aug 4th
Demo post
easier than what i thought
Aug 4th