"But digital technologies also have made it easy to "write" in all sorts of new ways. We can use more modes and resources, such as image, sound and video. We can remix the work of others -- with and without permission -- and share what we create more easily than ever before. And people do, all the time, and for all sorts of compelling reasons." This link explains the uses and importance of digital writing and why it matters in education -- correlation to the Jenkins reading.
Summary: Expresses the importance of Digital Writing. Digital writing is collaborative and coordinated must have technology in order for it to exist.
DW: a written form of expression that shapes success for individuals and groups
This article explains digital writing through an educators point of view. Saying that writing has been "radically transformed" due to technology. The educator, Jeff Grabill, also explains the meaning of digital writing in his words.
Not only does this article help us stay informed about the events that are taking place in Syria, but it also demonstrates that the access to the Internet really is more than turning on a computer. A vast network is necessary to keep connected to the area and when this network becomes interrupted it can cause an entire city, even some of the biggest, to lose their connection to the online world.
This website displays 50 great examples of websites that use abstract designs on their pages. These pages are great inspiration for any designer interested in utilizing abstract designs. Abstract designs are unique and memorable making them perfect for web pages.
This website shows 18 different examples of websites that effectively use emphasis to make the color green pop out. This is done for stylistic and symbolic reasons for each of these various websites. I especially liked this because green happens to be my favorite color.
After the reading this week, I book marked this site because it describes effective repetition design principles for web designers. I thought not only was this related to our reading but also to the new media concept in the class
This website explains how effective use of repetition can aid a website design. If used properly, repetition can add an element that helps tie the entire design together. Repetition is very useful principle of design that can add a lot to websites.
BoD Chapter 5: This site explains the definition, the history, and the benefits of proper alignment in web design. Furthermore, it provides step by step advice on how to achieve proper alignment and links to more sites for further information.