Communication, design, and ethics in practice…
Ethical clarity rarely comes from certainty. It emerges through discomfort, restraint, and dialogue. This personal reflection explores how communities respond to harm, how outrage flattens complexity, and why accountability must leave room for repair if ethics is to protect our shared humanity and the common good.
What began as a mass-produced triptych became a quiet act of transformation. Through layered paint, restraint, and deliberate interruption, a decorative object evolved into a singular work. Crowned Toward the Void explores presence, direction, and the moment of standing still before choosing what comes next.
Created in 2010, La Gioconda Visiting Her Old Friend Leonardo reimagines the Mona Lisa as a visitor rather than an icon. Through constructed space, borrowed history, and quiet light, the work explores authorship, lineage, and presence, inviting reflection on how classical images continue to live beyond their frames.
Ethics is not a performance or a set of rules. It is the discipline that allows communication, leadership, and institutions to sustain trust across disagreement. In a time that rewards certainty and speed, this essay reflects on ethics as a daily practice of responsibility, restraint, and care for the common good.
The content reflects on the transformation of faith into a manipulative performance, emphasizing the distinction between genuine compassion and controlled belief. It critiques modern ministries that prioritize obedience over truth, leading to emotional and financial dependence, particularly affecting the LGBTQ+ community. Ultimately, it advocates for a faith rooted in acceptance, honesty, and love.
As 2025 comes to a close, I’m not looking for dramatic conclusions. What I feel instead is something quieter and rare: completion. This year brought change at work, clarity through writing, closure through honoring my mother’s memory, and a deeper appreciation for family, growth, and humanity. I say goodbye to 2025 with gratitude and welcome 2026 with intention.
On a quiet evening filled with orange and purple Halloween lights, a movie night with my son turned into something deeper. Edward Scissorhands revealed how fascination can slip into fear and how real compassion, like true faith, only survives when it chooses empathy over control, love over spectacle, and silence over noise.
The Myth of the Perfect Employee Equity is a word we often see at the top of mission statements in our school districts. It looks great in banners, policy drafts, and social media posts. But what happens when those same institutions quietly favor candidates who are flawless on paper, leaving out those with non-traditional paths, …
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As this post was originally published Evergreen Public Schools was in the third week of a strike that had closed schools. Families were already well past the point of improvising schedules. Students were missing instructional time that no one seriously believes will be fully recovered later. Meals were still being served. Some extracurriculars, including sports, …
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I want to start with something small, because that’s how this experience actually unfolded. Over the past few years, I tried to show up in my local public school system in ways that felt useful. Sometimes that meant volunteering. Sometimes it meant offering professional skills. Sometimes it simply meant asking questions and paying attention to …
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In 2025, Ricoh's past commitment to customer engagement and brand values is challenged as key accounts like Kroger and universities transition to competitors like FedEx Office. Gaps between promises and reality widen, highlighting executive disconnect and a profit-driven strategy that jeopardizes Ricoh’s customer-centric identity, raising questions about its future viability.
The Evergreen Public Schools campaign promotes diversity and inclusion, focusing on LGBTQ+ visibility and support since 2022. Engaging the community through events, education, and storytelling, it aims to normalize conversations around LGBTQ+ identities and create safe environments. The initiative encourages involvement and advocates for representation and empowerment in schools.
This blog post reflects on an online exchange about LGBTQ+ issues, highlighting the escalation of misinformation and targeted fear from individuals like Vladimir. The author counters claims that LGBTQ+ visibility equates to predation and emphasizes the importance of acceptance, compassion, and truth. Ultimately, it advocates for dignity and resilience against hate.
Always With Hope is a memoir by Lyudmila Oparina, detailing the life of a resilient Soviet woman who faced war, labor, and political upheaval. It emphasizes the power of compassion, responsibility, and hope in challenging times. The book serves as a poignant reminder of perseverance and the importance of sharing personal narratives.
Professional Summary Communicator with strategic insight and a strong public service ethic, specializing in education, cultural outreach, and inclusive storytelling. More than 10 years of experience supporting equity-focused communication in public institutions, community programs, and educational settings. Skilled in developing print and digital content that informs, builds trust, and reflects the diversity of the communities …
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Professional Summary Creative professional with more than a decade of experience leading visual communication and brand storytelling for mission-driven organizations. Skilled in creative direction, design strategy, and message alignment across print, digital, and community platforms. Passionate about purpose-driven work that advances inclusion, accessibility, and social good. Known for combining creative leadership, strategic planning, and cross-functional …
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Professional Summary Communicator with strategic insight, passionate about crafting clear, compelling stories that engage the public, build trust, and drive action. With more than a decade of experience in content strategy, campaign messaging, and multimedia production, I specialize in shaping narratives for nonprofits, education, and mission-driven initiatives. Skilled in translating complex information into accessible, meaningful …
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Professional Summary Equity-focused communicator with more than a decade of experience advancing inclusion, trust, and systemic change through storytelling, public engagement, and community collaboration. Skilled in developing strategic messaging and digital/print content that lifts marginalized voices and strengthens institutional accountability. Proven record of supporting school districts, nonprofits, and public agencies in creating clear, human-centered communication …
Reconciliation is not about making everything fit. It’s about allowing everything to be—fully, honestly, and without shame.
This essay explores the author's personal journey navigating familial relationships within a global Evangelical ministry, confronting the paradox of unconditional love versus conditional acceptance. Through reflection, the author seeks recognition, accountability, and understanding, aiming to document the lived experience of LGBTQ+ individuals while analyzing the disconnect between theological rhetoric and real-life empathy.
Maintaining relationships with evangelical Christian family members, especially as an LGBTQ+ person, is often described as an “emotional challenge,” but that phrase doesn’t quite land for me. It makes it sound contained. Manageable. What it actually feels like is something that lives in the body longer than it lives in the conversation. It shows up …
This report explores the emotional, spiritual, and practical journey of maintaining relationships with evangelical Christian family members as an LGBTQ+ person. Drawing from mental health research, pastoral case studies, and real-life reconciliation stories, it offers strategies for navigating complex conversations, setting healthy boundaries, and honoring both personal identity and family heritage. Through the lens of Pastor Vera Maksimova’s transnational ministry and the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ Christians like Justin Lee and Matthew Vines, this work invites readers to consider how empathy, resilience, and faith can bridge even the most difficult divides.
Whether you're a media and communications professional, journalist, marketer, or public relations expert, ethical principles set you apart. Strong ethics are the foundation of effective communication, fostering trust and credibility in your work. Introducing the Ethics Framework In the syllabus "The Ethics of Strategic Communications: An Introduction" (Winter 2009), University of Oregon Professor Thomas Bivins, …
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Tagline: Every Day is a Humming Bee Day—Let’s Keep Them Buzzing! Description: The National Humming Bee Campaign (NHBC) raises awareness about honey bees' essential role in ecosystems, beekeeping practices, and threats like Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD). Join us in preserving bee populations and supporting a sustainable planet. Introduction: The Silent Decline of Insect Populations Overview …
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Evaluation, Assessment, and Planning. Tohoku, Japan 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami, Regional Crisis and Aftermath. Part One: Executive Summary Role of Emergency Manager in crisis: Any Crisis Communication or Emergency Manager must understand that it is impossible to prevent a disaster, but it is critically important to be prepared for it and to educate the public …
Background of the Specific Problem The Love Has No Labels (LHNL) campaign was launched to challenge implicit bias and promote a more inclusive, accepting society. Its central message is that small, everyday actions can help create a sense of love and acceptance among diverse groups. According to the campaign’s mission, “We believe we all have …
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For this semester-long assignment the task was to generate original social media, PR, and advertising campaign elements for a single real or fictional company, organization, event, or initiative. The choice was made to promote existing business for a real estate agent and his partnership. First the problem challenges and opportunities were defined for the campaign …
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Stage One: Defining Objectives and Scope Core Business Objectives Ricoh’s brand communications are driven by three core business objectives: awareness, sales, and advocacy. These objectives are paired with six tactical strategies: Attention, Evaluation, Recency, Proximity, Value Exchange, and Community. In the articles Rethinking Marketing Strategy and Rethinking the Customer Decision Journey, Satell (2017) presents an …
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Brand Values: Core Strengths of Ricoh's Identity According to Ricoh’s 2018 Sustainability Report, the company’s value drivers include its technological strength, close customer connections, responsible environmental management, and human resource excellence. Together, these factors create significant value and reinforce the Ricoh brand in the eyes of its customers, fostering trust and long-term relationships. Brand Personality: …
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Introduction: Ricoh’s Impact on Business Transformation Ricoh’s diverse services and solutions are designed to enhance business processes and drive innovation across multiple sectors. These include federal agencies, insurance companies, universities, law firms, and corporate clients. By optimizing workflows and integrating advanced technologies, Ricoh helps organizations improve efficiency and sustainability. Tailored Solutions for Key Industries Ricoh …
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Introduction: Why Ricoh’s Brand Strategy Matters To stay competitive and become a trusted global leader, Ricoh focuses on delivering quality products and services that improve lives and support sustainability. A key part of this mission is developing strong relationships with customers by defining both the customer and brand clearly. Business Goals: Driving Ricoh’s Brand Message …
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Introduction: Understanding Timeless Virtue in Business This page explores the concept of timeless virtue through the organizational values and ethics of RICOH and adidas. Both companies exemplify customer-centric cultures that transcend cultural boundaries, promoting universal ethical principles. Founding Principles: The Spirit of Three Loves Kiyoshi Ichimura, the founder of RICOH Corporation, articulated three fundamental principles …
Understanding Cultural Relativism In The Elements of Moral Philosophy, James and Stuart Rachels discuss Cultural Relativism and its implications for the objectivity of moral truth. This concept emphasizes that defining cultural customs as right or wrong can lead to prejudice since ethical standards are deeply rooted in their respective cultures. Key Claims of Cultural Relativism …
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FOSTER WASHINGTON: INFORM | IMPACT | INSPIRE Overview: Becoming a foster parent for children in our community is not just an opportunity; it's a responsibility. Many people are unaware of the overwhelming number of children in Washington State in need of a safe, loving home and a brighter future. Foster Washington is a grassroots initiative …
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For my final video project, I created a PSA (Public Service Announcement) to support the Animal Rights PNW Facebook page that promotes advocacy for all animals as sentient beings. As a part of my “Know Your Audience” theme for this course, I used persuasive language and video to support and tell the story that would appeal …
Campaign Overview: Foster WA Foster WA is an annual strategic campaign designed to raise awareness and funding for the foster care system in Washington State. The campaign culminates in a gala event at the end of the year, drawing attention to the urgent needs of foster children. Through grassroots efforts, we leverage local public government …
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"…technological features that enable users to serve as sources of information can influence persuasion not only by increasing users' agency, identity, and self-determination, but also by ensuring that the content is more relevant and involving." —Sundar et al. (2012, p. 393) Analysis For this analysis, I explored and interacted with McDonald’s HappyMeal.com website, an advergame …
Campaign Vision and Mission Vision: Every child deserves a family. Mission: Inform, Impact, Inspire. Campaign Overview: Goals and Objectives Campaign Theme: Society Begins with the Family Fostering change begins at home. While many individuals may not aspire to raise a child, every child needs a loving and supportive environment to thrive. Parenting is challenging, yet …
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For my video project, I chose to create a PSA (Public Service Announcement) to support the Animal Rights PNW Facebook page that promotes advocacy for all animals as sentient beings. As a part of my “Know Your Audience” theme for this course, I used persuasive language and video to support and tell the story that would …
Video tutorials - practice basic editing tools in Adobe Premiere. VIDEO 1: Transitions and Keyframes: Murrow Hall and campus video footage and images provided by WSU, audio soundtrack super theme royalty-free collection for video editing. VIDEO 2: Shooting and Sequencing Basics: Gathering establishing shot with at least 3-shots (WS MS CU) from 3 different angles …
Campaign Overview: Inform, Impact, Inspire The Foster Washington campaign aims to raise awareness for children without families in our communities. While not every family may wish to have children, every child deserves a loving home. The urgent need for foster parents in Washington State cannot be overstated. Many children and youth in the foster care …
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Introduction: Why Understanding ELM Matters in Consumer Behavior Every day, consumers make countless purchasing decisions, often without realizing the underlying cognitive processes influencing them. The Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM), developed by Petty and Cacioppo (1986a, 1986b), explains how people process persuasive messages through two distinct routes: ✔ Central Route Processing – When individuals engage in …
For the Audio Story assignment, I chose to create an ad for assumed campaign Animal Rights PNW – a real local activist Facebook page. To view the draft of the audio story, visit the Audio Story: Draft page. Continue reading “Audio Story: Final”
For this assignment, I chose to create a promotional piece that introduces Animal Rights PNW’s goals, and proposed solutions to prevent animal cruelty. Continue reading “Audio Story: Draft”
This project explores how digital technologies can reinterpret 1960s poetry, specifically through "The 21st Century Brautiganism: A Visual Poem." Premiering in 2010, it combines video interpretations of Richard Brautigan’s "Love Poem," engaging audiences through varied emotional experiences. The initiative promotes poetic exploration via multimedia and interactive storytelling.
This was fun! I have not used Soundcloud for about 5 years and today I had a chance to practice some audio editing… I know, it is a little generic, since I have over 15 years of audio/video production and DJ experience. Nevertheless, it was refreshing and educational. Continue reading “Audition / Soundcloud Practice”
This is the logo final design assignment, utilizing Illustrator as a primary application. Click on LOGO DESIGN DRAFT to view the initial design draft assignment with the commentary from Logo Design Group 4 (Steve Steinhour, Dana Simmons, Adriana Gonzalez) For my logo design I chose the topic that is close to my heart. I strongly believe a healthy …
For my logo design project I decided to utilize my public Facebook page dedicated to animal rights awareness in the Pacific Northwest. The reason I chose this and not something else is because I believe motivation for the subject helps to create a stronger design. When one is passionate about the subject, it helps artistic …
Introduction: Why Understanding Your Audience Matters Every message has a purpose, and effective communication begins with knowing who you are speaking to. Whether you are marketing a product, crafting a speech, or launching a campaign, understanding your audience is what transforms a message from mere information into a persuasive and impactful communication strategy. As a …
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In the General Election of November 2014, citizens were asked to vote on a new form of government for Clark County. After reviewing both sides of the debate—CharterYes.com (supporting the charter) and VoteNoCharter.com (opposing it)—I realized how significant this vote was for our local community. Wanting to be proactive, I translated key information from CharterYes.com …
In 1942, J. Howard Miller created the "We Can Do It!" poster for Westinghouse, later recognized as "Rosie the Riveter," symbolizing women's strength. International Women's Day on March 8 celebrates women's achievements and ongoing struggles for equality. Despite advances, gender inequality persists, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and awareness.
Some stories hit you at the perfect age. You read them once, and suddenly your imagination feels bigger, louder, more colorful. For me, John Carter of Mars was one of those worlds. It is not subtle science fiction. It is bold adventure sci fi. Red dust, strange creatures, weird politics, and the simple pleasure of …
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The BBC documentary "Putin, Russia, and the West" examines Russia's evolution after the Soviet Union through Vladimir Putin's leadership. It combines insights from diplomats and political leaders rather than Putin's perspective, revealing themes of power consolidation and global implications. The series prompts reflection on Russia’s democratic prospects amid Putin's rule.
"Fashion Verdict" Russia's Channel One appears to promote self-expression but ultimately reinforces rigid beauty standards and gender stereotypes, focusing only on women. The show often features impractical recommendations that favor high-end fashion, neglecting real-life needs. A format change is suggested to include diverse participants and promote personal style over trends.
Senior Seminar Reflection, talking about Vancouver Arts LIVE as a potential non-profit organization to promote arts in Clark County, Washington. This project if taken into reality can potentially create an alternative public broadcasting for local community via the internet. read more on PROs and CONs of the project.
Reflection on bilingual experience, noting the challenges of transitioning between Russian and English. They discuss the role of grammatical cases in Russian, which complicates communication for native speakers in English, and emphasize the differences in thought processes between the two languages.
On April 12, 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space. His flight on Vostok 1 marked a historic milestone in space exploration. Nearly 40 years later, Gherman Titov, the second man in space, visited Vancouver, Washington, unveiling connections between local history and the broader narrative of human spaceflight.
Dr. Edward H. Hagen's lecture challenges conventional views on depression, questioning the serotonin-centered model and suggesting depression may signal necessary change. He critiques current treatments' efficacy, emphasizing the role of social connections and personal growth in mental health. The discussion advocates for a more nuanced understanding of depression beyond chemical imbalances.
Introduction Social media has revolutionized how we exchange information. Nowadays, we communicate primarily through social media applications, sharing our thoughts in a conversational manner via comments, tweets, blogs, and podcasts. There is often a perception that grassroots efforts, such as iReport, negatively reshape journalism by introducing amateur content into the professional sphere. However, I question …
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Social media has revolutionized the way we exchange information. Today, communication often happens through platforms like Twitter, blogs, podcasts, and other social media applications. Information is shared conversationally—through comments, tweets, and posts—broadcasting opinions into the world. Grassroots efforts like iReport are frequently criticized for reshaping journalism negatively by introducing amateur content into a traditionally professional …
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As I watched Clay Shirky's TED talk, "How Social Media Can Make History," I found myself reflecting on how new forms of media challenge traditional narrative structures. In the past, communication followed a "one-to-many" model. However, with the advent of digital technology, we are now experiencing a "many-to-many" pattern. As we digitize books, TV programs, …
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Introduction Inspired by a lecture taught by Dr. Hagen, an anthropology professor at WSU Vancouver, I decided to share my notes on evolutionary psychology. The lecture explored themes of parenting, kinship, and reciprocal altruism, offering a fascinating glimpse into the trade-offs and conflicts that shape our relationships and behavior. Parenting: Trade-offs and Investments Parenting involves …
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The Evolution of Communication: Textuality vs. Iconography Textuality is the quality of text that conveys meaning, while iconography refers to the use of images to communicate. Are these two modes of expression really at odds—or do they represent an evolution in how we process and share ideas? From Letters to Stories Consider this: if I …
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Reading Response to: “The Work of Knowledge” Shared Knowledge"Discussing differences while standing on shared ground, we work towards understanding." This simple yet profound statement captures the collaborative nature of knowledge creation. Philosophers are often solitary thinkers, engaging in deep and structured reflection. However, conversations bring a unique dynamic. In a discussion, thoughts are less edited, …
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The blog assignment focuses on organizing content into two categories, Classwork and Homework, while navigating the complexities of tagging related posts. Tags serve as keywords linking content and will be refined by observing best practices from other bloggers. The goal is to provide insights on electronic media and information management.
in a pre-digital technology, its archival practices are fairly nice. When we are trying to store something digitally, how do we store it? are we using drives, are we using CDs, DVDs, etc. Digitally stored file is a great way to back something up, but the technology is also evolving and today's files are more …
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Citation Weinberger, David. 2008. Everything is miscellaneous: The power of the new digital disorder. New York: Holt. (Amazon) His Twitter account: twitter.com/dweinberger In the mess left by the department store sales (first order mess) and incompatibility of the patients records (second order mess) we "feel better" when they are fixed up to the original state …
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1. more on filtering: Database with well organized metadata is useful if you have a closed set of information that you want to look at in detail. Information about film, movies, directors, producers... IMDB first comes to mind instead of Google. IMDB is a well organized database, it is faceted (sorted by movie, by director, …
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Examining an academic database social knowing publish then filter lab exercise Books we think of being static, concrete tangible things we get answers. But over time, books are a slower conversation or a forum on the topic, then today's blogs, and forums. Information cloud-editor-publisher-distribute-consumer. information cloud-users as editors - communities - users as users The …
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Citation Weinberger, David. 2008. Everything is miscellaneous: The power of the new digital disorder. New York: Holt. (Amazon) His Twitter account: twitter.com/dweinberger A very easy to read chapter, unlike the previous, perhaps because it talks about the ones and zeros of our basic mentality. We read signs and if they are not simple enough we …
1. What am I looking for? 2. What tools are available? 3. How can I search this tool like an expert? internet of things. what is it? I typed in a Google search "Internet of Things" to look what returns to the query: Wiki was at the top of the list defining the phrase "Internet …
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Search engines becoming very important in our lives, our news, our education, and even politics are dependent upon the searchability of the subject we search for. As Dewey's, rigid structure of categories has its flaws because once the ingredients are mixed, you can't go back and undo what you already mixed in to the bowl. …
To my understanding as we collect files on our computer, we are putting them in the folders, well, when we try to decide whether it is better to keep files miscellaneous and just search for the files, or of organize them into folders and sorting the files. Well, I think we could never have just …
David Weinberger’s Everything is Miscellaneous: The Power of the New Digital Disorder (2008) explores how the digital age transforms the way we organize, share, and consume knowledge. Early in the book, Weinberger highlights the role of editors, the "social royalty" of a highly hierarchical knowledge system. Editors decide what to include and how to structure …
This chapter begins from the history of the UPC. The need to organize the products under one system, one bar code shows how we as humans operate in this world. This chapter nicely touches up on the organization by comparing the two orders with one another, exposing the nature of the rigid vs. faceted structure. …
It really helps to read the help files... in class we were asked by a professor to read on the Google.com search basics and practice on applying those searching techniques in practice. I decided to use my own website: http://www.mikhailoparin.com. This tremendous improvement on understanding of the phrase: "KNOWING how to search and KNOWING what …
creating a web search engine is not an easy task for an ever increasing growth of the web, however, with today's technologies, the technical part of improving its infrastructures is getting easier and cheaper. The improvement of the search quality is the main goal here. If I understand it correctly, the problem here is the …
searching for "educational system in America" Google scholar: came back with the result of 3.2 mil. hits. CSA web: came up with 249 publications ---------------------------- Google: searched instead of "Find articles with all of the words" i used a different field to "Find articles with all of the words with the exact phrase" which narrowed …
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"Here Comes Everybody," Chapter 4 reflection: The chapter begins by saying that "media landscape is transofrmed, because personal communication and publishing, previously separate functions" are now merging together. The media landscape becomes more miscellaneous. The problem is that bad filtering is mixed with good. In other words, "bad" miscellany clogs up the internet. Peronal postings, …
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Reflection on the readings. This chapter begins with talking about research and peer review process. Psychologists prefer to use a quality research because it is done by peer review process, which is a careful and meticulous process of reviewing and contributing to the thought process on the works of professionals by other professionals in a …
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I have chosen to add local multimedia production houses both public and private to my list of bookmarks on delicious. When compared my tagging to others I found it interesting that mostly our tags matched one another. For example: Portland Community Media website has tags that reflect geographical location, type of business and type of …
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In a physical world we have to fix the order of things we use every time we use them and to the extent of how organized we are. In a digital environment computers do that for us, through the programming we write for them. Digital miscellany of "dumping everything into one big pile" only works …
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The "tree structure" is broken in the third order. It is not physical so physics don't apply to the "order" of miscellaneous. Clear as day. "the better your children at Twenty Questions, the more unprepared they're likely to be... (in) college" - true. The structure of 20 categories that child is learning is limiting and …
Search Griffin Catalog Clicked advanced search tab entered word <mendeleev> into the first tab under <Any Field:> In Limited to list I picked the following: Location: <ANY>; Material Type <ANY>; Language <English> the search result came back with three results: the descriptive data of the Highly relevant title entree is important to have in order to perform …
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Chapter 3 reflection: Leave it up to religion, specifically Christianity, to become a problem... aside my personal views, this chapter has broadened my understanding on the issue of categorizing and information sorting methods. For me the decimal system of Melvil Dewey mean absolutely nothing, I understand a number is assigned, but how does it get …
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searching for: "Periodic Table of Elements" found a http://www.ptable.com site that shows an interactive table of elements which can be organized by properties, orbitals, and by isotopes. Properties of each element are displayed in a zoom window which makes it easy to see the difference between the elements, when jut hovering over the table. chose …
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Chapter 1 - "The New Order of Order" great first chapter! it talks about the three order of orders: Sorting, Cataloging and Digitizing. The bits define gravity, they are easier to search through and they are by far more sustainable then the first two ways of order. Everything has its place, every book, product, item, …
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