Personal Musings on an Interactive Writing Career
As a student who is actively pursuing a career in law, I would say that interactive writing will certainly play an active role in my future career. Furthermore, I have always wanted to become a freelance writer in my spare time, which would also require a background in interactive writing. Given those two career path, I do not foresee a future where I will not be regularly using the skills and background I have obtained in Interactive Writing.
In regards to a career in law, I anticipate the growing use of digital interfaces will impact the law profession. With each passing day, the law profession becomes more and more digitized. Ease of access and aesthetic appeal are both reasons to cite for this transition. With that being said, projects like Web Text Research and Informational ePortfolios will certainly be a skill I will need to continue to develop. This will not only help me do my job better, but it will enable me to become an invaluable employee.
In freelance writing, I look at multimodality as a crucial part of any writer's repertoire. Developing and expanding an arsenal of different interfaces and mediums can only bring more opportunities to experience success. Projects like the ReMix project and the Prezume are examples of different modes that can appeal to a wider audience. Not many people are looking for plain text anymore, and any skill that can help a writer separate itself from the pack is certainly a valued one. I fully expect interactive writing to play a crucial role in my future career, whatever that may be.
Monday, December 5, 2016
Monday, November 14, 2016
Scholarly Article #5
I really enjoyed this article because it directly related to the assignment we just finished. The Web Text research project was a gleaming example of how to encompass the principles covered in the article. In essence, the article claims that with a growing technological arsenal, more attention but be paid to the different forms of communication and how they are effected on each interface. Furthermore, adapting to and eventually mastering these formats will result in a longstanding growth and success. Specifically, the article discusses the rhetorical heuristics of writing on the web, and how each interface is a vehicle for rhetorical writing. I thought it was fascinating to hear about multimodality, and how many different interfaces and modes there are available to us in this modern age. I am thankful for articles like these, that provide insight into a region of writing and rhetoric that is mostly uncharted.
I really enjoyed this article because it directly related to the assignment we just finished. The Web Text research project was a gleaming example of how to encompass the principles covered in the article. In essence, the article claims that with a growing technological arsenal, more attention but be paid to the different forms of communication and how they are effected on each interface. Furthermore, adapting to and eventually mastering these formats will result in a longstanding growth and success. Specifically, the article discusses the rhetorical heuristics of writing on the web, and how each interface is a vehicle for rhetorical writing. I thought it was fascinating to hear about multimodality, and how many different interfaces and modes there are available to us in this modern age. I am thankful for articles like these, that provide insight into a region of writing and rhetoric that is mostly uncharted.
Monday, October 17, 2016
Scholarly Article #4
I thought this article was great because I have always been a big believer in learning the stories of other's to help better understand them. Narrative is a crucial tool in writing because it gives individuals the platform to relate their experiences to the world around them. Each person has their own perception of the world, and narrative writing (specifically the DALN) gives students and teachers alike the opportunity to experience how people relate to the political, social, economical, and ideological world they live in. I found it very interesting that throughout time, the writing landscape has trended to that of the narrative form. I would have the trend would have happened sooner. Human beings have the tendency to value a good story over factual evidence, and it seems that the tendency is becoming more and more prevalent in writing.
There aren't many things that are more powerful or inspirational than a person's story. I certainly agree with the author when she says "The insights and respect that can accrue from this work of individual recognition and respect, I am certain, can help us make them better scholars and ourselves better teachers."
Narratives can be used a great learning tool, and I am happy to read that the power of narrative is being effectively utilized.
I thought this article was great because I have always been a big believer in learning the stories of other's to help better understand them. Narrative is a crucial tool in writing because it gives individuals the platform to relate their experiences to the world around them. Each person has their own perception of the world, and narrative writing (specifically the DALN) gives students and teachers alike the opportunity to experience how people relate to the political, social, economical, and ideological world they live in. I found it very interesting that throughout time, the writing landscape has trended to that of the narrative form. I would have the trend would have happened sooner. Human beings have the tendency to value a good story over factual evidence, and it seems that the tendency is becoming more and more prevalent in writing.
There aren't many things that are more powerful or inspirational than a person's story. I certainly agree with the author when she says "The insights and respect that can accrue from this work of individual recognition and respect, I am certain, can help us make them better scholars and ourselves better teachers."
Narratives can be used a great learning tool, and I am happy to read that the power of narrative is being effectively utilized.
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Scholarly Article #3
This article primarily concerned the different modes of communication. Specifically, the contrast between using words or image to convey a message or meaning. One of the most interesting points that caught my attention was when the author said that writers and authors can effectively use a multimodial approach to their works and still find success in navigating the space and controlling the pace of their work. I felt this article was incredibly compelling because I enjoyed how detailed the explanations were for the "gains and losses" of using one mode or the other. I had never thought to examine the purpose of an image versus words. I wondered as I read the article how the author would respond to the phrase "a picture is worth a thousand words". With that being said, I do align towards the middle in this argument. I do believe that there are some things that only a picture can do justice, however I do think that words and descriptions can help convey a deeper meaning, something a reader wouldn't necessarily gather just from a picture. All in all, in my mind balance is key, and if you are using each word and image with a purpose, you will find success more often than not.
This article primarily concerned the different modes of communication. Specifically, the contrast between using words or image to convey a message or meaning. One of the most interesting points that caught my attention was when the author said that writers and authors can effectively use a multimodial approach to their works and still find success in navigating the space and controlling the pace of their work. I felt this article was incredibly compelling because I enjoyed how detailed the explanations were for the "gains and losses" of using one mode or the other. I had never thought to examine the purpose of an image versus words. I wondered as I read the article how the author would respond to the phrase "a picture is worth a thousand words". With that being said, I do align towards the middle in this argument. I do believe that there are some things that only a picture can do justice, however I do think that words and descriptions can help convey a deeper meaning, something a reader wouldn't necessarily gather just from a picture. All in all, in my mind balance is key, and if you are using each word and image with a purpose, you will find success more often than not.
Friday, September 9, 2016
Scholarly Article #2
I thought this article was amusing because it felt like I was talking to one of my parent's about the birth of the internet. In my opinion, there are a lot of older people who are still suspect of the internet and the lack of personal appeal. However, when you look at the younger generations, the generation who have always known the internet, it is less of a threat and more of a necessity. While I do agree with the author in the sense that the internet detracts from personal relationships, I do believe the internet to be a tremendous tool. I too have been frustrated by not being able to talk to people because they were preoccupied with their phone or internet, but I still believe a healthy balance is essential to life. It was funny to see adults struggle with the learning curve of the internet, but as time goes on, the internet has become easier and easier to access and a more personal interface.
I thought this article was amusing because it felt like I was talking to one of my parent's about the birth of the internet. In my opinion, there are a lot of older people who are still suspect of the internet and the lack of personal appeal. However, when you look at the younger generations, the generation who have always known the internet, it is less of a threat and more of a necessity. While I do agree with the author in the sense that the internet detracts from personal relationships, I do believe the internet to be a tremendous tool. I too have been frustrated by not being able to talk to people because they were preoccupied with their phone or internet, but I still believe a healthy balance is essential to life. It was funny to see adults struggle with the learning curve of the internet, but as time goes on, the internet has become easier and easier to access and a more personal interface.
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Scholarly Article Response #1
Alexander Reid's article on the the evolution of writing was certainly a fascinating one. One thought that this article provoked was how the advances of technology have yielded such great change in writing. In my mind, it seems like writing is much important now than it has been. Using social media and the internet, writers and authors have access to millions of people every single day, something that has never before happened in the history of writing. Furthermore, I was fascinated by Reid's breakdown of the evolution of writing and how it affected cognitive thought. Since the technology available to writers has increased throughout time, it was interesting to read how the evolution of writing (such as mythic and scientific) was spurred on by the technological advances. I wonder, after reading the article, what the next big change will be in writing. Perhaps it has already arrived.
Alexander Reid's article on the the evolution of writing was certainly a fascinating one. One thought that this article provoked was how the advances of technology have yielded such great change in writing. In my mind, it seems like writing is much important now than it has been. Using social media and the internet, writers and authors have access to millions of people every single day, something that has never before happened in the history of writing. Furthermore, I was fascinated by Reid's breakdown of the evolution of writing and how it affected cognitive thought. Since the technology available to writers has increased throughout time, it was interesting to read how the evolution of writing (such as mythic and scientific) was spurred on by the technological advances. I wonder, after reading the article, what the next big change will be in writing. Perhaps it has already arrived.
Friday, August 26, 2016
Digital Literacy Autobiography
Howdy friends,
I'm here to answer a few questions about my experience with technology and social media.
1. How did you first learn to use the computer?
My first memories of using a computer was when I was around 8 or 9 years old. My Mom had this ancient Hewlett-Packard computer and I remember playing Sports Trivia, Spiderman, and using the paint feature on it. I didn't know what the internet was, but I remember having lots of fun playing games on it. My earliest recollection of actually learning how to use a computer was in 1st grade when our teacher would take us down to the computer lab and would teach us the basic skills and what certain functions the computer had. It is hilarious to think about dial-up internet, AOL, and all of those other "cutting edge" technologies that are so obsolete now.
Using the internet as a kid was pretty exciting as well. I remember getting in trouble when I would use the dial up because that meant that my Mom couldn't use the telephone (landlines are pretty funny to think about, too). Once again, I learned how to use the internet at school, and the stuff I didn't know I just figured out for myself.
I never had a MySpace, which I think was most of my friends first social media experience. I remember being told by my parents that social media was a risky idea and that having personal information on the internet was scary. It's funny how quickly things change. My first Social Media experience was when I got a Facebook in 7th grade. I remember being so excited when people accepted my friend request. Twitter and Instagram didn't come until later, but those are the social media platforms that I use most. I just figured them out on my own, granted they are aren't very difficult to use anyways.
2. How does getting supplementary online support help you in this course and in your other courses?
I thoroughly enjoy the online support because thats where everything else is. Although I am a traditional student and also a big fan of classic pen and paper, I think we are almost to the point where everything will be done on the computer. Being able to look something up on the computer has made my life so much easier, and having the supplementary information is no exception. It just makes life easier because you know where everything is.
I think some advantages are, like I mentioned above, that you know where information is going to be and it is very easily accessible. I think a potential disadvantage, and I think is comes with all forms of information, is that no matter how easy you make it for the student, they will still not take advantage. As a whole though, I only see a positive upside to online support.
You can maximize the advantages by making sure everyone has the address that links exactly where the information is. Not a lot of people can screw that up, so I think being able to show people exactly where the support is going to be, the easier it will be access. I think if you can take away potentially slow internet speeds and give students the right information and tell them where it is going to be, I believe the disadvantages could vanish completely.
I'm here to answer a few questions about my experience with technology and social media.
1. How did you first learn to use the computer?
My first memories of using a computer was when I was around 8 or 9 years old. My Mom had this ancient Hewlett-Packard computer and I remember playing Sports Trivia, Spiderman, and using the paint feature on it. I didn't know what the internet was, but I remember having lots of fun playing games on it. My earliest recollection of actually learning how to use a computer was in 1st grade when our teacher would take us down to the computer lab and would teach us the basic skills and what certain functions the computer had. It is hilarious to think about dial-up internet, AOL, and all of those other "cutting edge" technologies that are so obsolete now.
Using the internet as a kid was pretty exciting as well. I remember getting in trouble when I would use the dial up because that meant that my Mom couldn't use the telephone (landlines are pretty funny to think about, too). Once again, I learned how to use the internet at school, and the stuff I didn't know I just figured out for myself.
I never had a MySpace, which I think was most of my friends first social media experience. I remember being told by my parents that social media was a risky idea and that having personal information on the internet was scary. It's funny how quickly things change. My first Social Media experience was when I got a Facebook in 7th grade. I remember being so excited when people accepted my friend request. Twitter and Instagram didn't come until later, but those are the social media platforms that I use most. I just figured them out on my own, granted they are aren't very difficult to use anyways.
2. How does getting supplementary online support help you in this course and in your other courses?
I thoroughly enjoy the online support because thats where everything else is. Although I am a traditional student and also a big fan of classic pen and paper, I think we are almost to the point where everything will be done on the computer. Being able to look something up on the computer has made my life so much easier, and having the supplementary information is no exception. It just makes life easier because you know where everything is.
I think some advantages are, like I mentioned above, that you know where information is going to be and it is very easily accessible. I think a potential disadvantage, and I think is comes with all forms of information, is that no matter how easy you make it for the student, they will still not take advantage. As a whole though, I only see a positive upside to online support.
You can maximize the advantages by making sure everyone has the address that links exactly where the information is. Not a lot of people can screw that up, so I think being able to show people exactly where the support is going to be, the easier it will be access. I think if you can take away potentially slow internet speeds and give students the right information and tell them where it is going to be, I believe the disadvantages could vanish completely.
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