Journal - About Blogging (Coursework Sample)

Journal - About Blogging Name: Institution: Course: Tutor: Date: Journal - About Blogging Source of Information in Blogs My evaluation of different blogs has helped me to learn a lot about the information provided in blogging sites. One of the things I have learnt is that most blogs provide information on specific topics, such as technology, academics, science, and law and among others (Blog Directory, 2013; & Today on Technorati, n.d.). I have also learnt that information provided in blogging sites is updated frequently (Brown, n.d; & The Pioneer Woman, 2013). Another thing I have learnt is that blogs provide information posted by both professional and unprofessional writers (Medical Device Blog, n.d; & Google, n.d.). Reliability of Information in Blogs The reliability of the information I read in the above blogs is debatable. On the one hand, it can be argued that some of the information provided by these blogs is not reliable in the sense that it is posted by unprofessional writers (Google, n.d.). It is also important to note that most blogs tend to subjective in nature. They lean towards the pinions and personal perspectives of the bloggers (Brown, n.d.). On the other hand, it can as well be argued that the information provided by blogs is reliable due to the fact that it is updated frequently (The Pioneer Woman, 2013). It also needs to be pointed out that some prominent bloggers are professionals in specific areas of specialization (Medical Device Blog, n.d). A Good Blog The content of a good blog should be original and free of plagiarism. Plagiarism normally tarnishes the reputation of bloggers. A good blog should contain relevant and appealing information about things and issues that people want to know. Bloggers should ensure that they present their topics in a unique and exciting manner. A good blog should also make use of a variety of images. Unlike words, images tend to convey more information. It is also important to note that a good blogging site should have at least one post per day. Regular posts tend to attract readers back for them to see the new content. A Bad Blog A bad blog is one whose content is based on information which is plagiarized. Such a blog lacks originality an authenticity. A bad blog tends to be irrelevant and less engaging. Readers don’t waste their time on these kinds of blogs. A bad blog can as well be misleading and confusing. An example is a blog which covers many topics and issues. Majority of bad blogs are those ones based on an offensive content. This is common in cases whereby bloggers tarnish the reputations of other people. Bad blogs also tend to have many grammatical errors and mistakes. Readers normally shun posts from such bloggers. Place Held by Blogging in Business Today Businesses have found blogging sites to be important instruments they can use in advertising their products. Today, there is no need of using advertisement agencies as intermediaries. Business companies and business owners use blogging sites to contact their customers directly. The usage of blogs is also an effective method through which companies share their expertise and knowledge with their employees. Blogging serves as the best alternative for small business that cannot afford websites. Today, many new business companies specializing in blog advertising have emerged. Majority of business blog entries and posts are in form of opinions, feedbacks, reviews and videos. Blogging and Availability of Information Today Blogging has contributed to a wide variety of information available to readers today. Blogs provide an inexpensive source of information which can be accessed easily. The information provided by blogs helps readers to make important decisions about certain issues of concern. Some bloggers are professional writers. Information posted by such bloggers can be of great help to scholars who are researching certain topics. Advantages and Disadvantages of Blogging over Traditional Formats of Information (Such As Newspapers and Magazines) Blogging is associated with several advantages. To begin with, some good writers may not get an opportunity of communicating their ideas through newspapers and magazines. Blogging provides such writers with an outlet through which they can express their individual creativity. Blogs tend to be an inspiring source of information. Blogging sites provide business companies with an inexpensive platform through which they can advertise their products. Advertising agencies use blogs in contacting their customers directly. Sharing ideas about a given issue can inspire other people to look at the issue from a different perspective. Additionally, blo...