Journal #7

     Following our dress rehearsal last night, I came home feeling much better about my project.  I am so grateful that Dr. Clinton was able to sit with me and help me with file management and uploading my site to the web and that two second-timers, Josh and Michelle, were able to offer suggestions on how I can improve my project.  As a result, I've added several improvements to my to-do list such as adjusting the menu bar, adding graphics, and finishing my videos.  I feel that all of the advice I have received will be beneficial in finishing and polishing my Studio project before the final Showcase in a few weeks. 
    During my reading of the last "C" in the Krause book, I began thinking about how I wanted to hook my viewer's through my website.  Much like a good lesson plan, I feel that capturing the interest of my audience is vital to the success of the website.  I used C.A.P to help me evaluate the concepts presented through my website... 

Clarity - I feel the literal, stylistic, and thematic messages of my website work toward the same overall message and goal which is to teach the basic functions of the Mimio to my colleagues at school.  My website is designed with the idea of simplicity.  Tabs on the menu bar will effectively direct viewers to tutorials based on either Mimio hardware or Mimio software. 

Audience - The target audience for my website are the teachers at N. Gwinnett MS who struggle with operating their Mimio interactive whiteboard.  I've designed my website so that the viewer can access the needed tutorial in just a few clicks of the mouse and be able to obtain the needed information through a video in less than a few minutes.  The concept behind the tutorials I have designed will be well-received by its audience through the use of appropriate lingo. 

Purpose - This website was established to provide necessary information needed to perform basic tasks during instructional time.  To ensure that this website addresses the needs of my clients, I have surveyed coworkers in my content area.  Their feedback has helped me immensely through the development stages of my site.   



Krause, J. (2004). Design basics index: A designer's guide to designing effective compositions, selecting dynamic components and developing creative concepts. Cincinnati, OH: How Design Books.