Hi Class of 2022!  Welcome to CIS-141.

Welcome, Spring 2020 Class!  I was really impressed by your 1st blog posts this semester.  Continue the great work!

Blog blog blog

I find that blogging sometimes lets you express your thoughts and feelings more thoroughly than if you were to say them. You can read the text and modify it before you publish. This way, your exact thoughts are expressed.  Although, words in print can get you in trouble if you express them out of abrubt emotion instead of thinking about your words before you put them in print.

Welcome Class of Spring 2019!

Get ready to learn all about Social Media and some additional applications that can help with your posts to social media.  The semester will start with some basics and then we will jump right into social media and blogging.  

Please keep up with each weeks assignments as many are interactive with other classmates.  You can do them on your smart phone from anywhere :).

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Student Procrastination

5 ways to beat procrastination this semester

1. Break down large assignments

It can be overwhelming to confront a large assignment thinking you need to finish the whole thing in one sitting. Conversely, chipping away at it a little at a time is much more manageable.
Take some time to assess each large assignment you receive, jotting down a list of everything you need to do in order to complete it. Next, pull out your calendar and give yourself deadlines for completing each task. You should complete all tasks a few days before the entire assignment is due so that you can check your work and make sure it’s cohesive.

 2. Limit distractions
You’re less likely to procrastinate when you’re focused. If you find you’re spending too much time on social media, temporarily disable your account(s) while you’re working on a particularly challenging project. Put your phone away when you’re working on an assignment or studying, and choose an appropriate (and quiet) study spot.

 3. Designate study/schoolwork time
Much like you should create a timeline for each large assignment you receive, you should set up a regular study/schoolwork schedule. Evaluate your course load and set aside a reasonable amount of time each week to complete work for each class, and block out this time in your calendar. Designating such time holds you accountable to sit down and get your work done.

 4. Find a study buddy
Finding a study buddy is another great way to hold yourself accountable to getting your work done on time. You and your buddy will have a set schedule for meeting, and that will require you to stay on top of your work—or else you’ll hold up your buddy. Studying with a friend can also be a great motivator to study in the first place, especially if you tend to get bored when studying solo.

 5. Reward yourself
All work and no play can make it hard for you to feel motivated enough to continue working diligently throughout the semester. Remember to periodically reward yourself for your academic efforts with fun and healthy things, like mind-clearing walks between study sessions and hangout time with friends. You’re less likely to procrastinate if you’re feeling happy, healthy, and motivated!

 http://college.usatoday.com/2016/01/26/ways-to-avoid-procrastination/

Social Media is Fun

I thought I would post something fun about social media. This picture was created with Snapchat filters.

Unfortunately, to get the most out of Social Media you have to learn about things that are not so fun, but there will still be lots of fun and interesting things we will explore in this course.

Hello everyone and welcome to CIS-141-701, Social Media.

The start of this semester seems to be starting off real slow, probably because of the cold and snow that delayed the first day of classes.  Things will start to pick up very shortly though.  :)  I chose a picture with a summer tank.  My mind is not focused on this weather.

3 students have started their blogs and WOWSY, they were great 1st posts.  You will get a chance to read your other classmates blog posts.  Take the time to get to know them.