4. • Web software you can use to create a
blog (weblog) or website
• CMS (Content Management System)
• Computer program that allows you to
edit, publish, modify, and manage content
on your website online
• Free and open source
23. Wordpress.org / Wordpress.com / Edublogs
• Wordpress.com is free but you need to use the wordpress.com url
(i.e. name.wordpress.com)
• Limited amount of space and options with Wordpress.com
• No ads with Wordpress.com
• Pay for hosting and domain with Wordpress.org
• Wordpress.org requires more technical knowledge
• Wordpress.org better for SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
• Edublogs have a Wordpress engine and functions like
wordpress.com, different levels (some free, some not)
Source: http://en.support.wordpress.com/com-vs-org/
38. Layout
Not all themes are created equal, follow web
usability guidelines for:
• Branding (top left)
• Navigation (top or left sidebar)
• Search (always include one)
39. Design Components
Look for themes that follow design principles:
• 3 levels of Hierarchy
• Color – limited to 3 colors
• Typography – no more than 3 different fonts
• Rule of Thirds or other grid structure
REMEMBER THE POWER OF 3
44. Images
• Keep size reasonable – (max 1500px width, 72 ppi)
• Edit images directly in blog or use image editing software:
iPhoto, Picnik, for optimum results
• Save as RGB in jpeg, gif, or png format
• Make sure you follow image usage rights guidelines (use
your own or images that you have permission to use)
46. Content
• Write like you talk
• KISS – keep it short and simple
• Keep it lively, make it snappy and snazzy
• Link often and use keywords
• Use headlines and short sentences
• Proof-read for typos and grammar
• Make it worthwhile
• Post often
• Always respond
47. Posts vs. Pages
POSTS PAGES
• Time-based • Static content
• Relational • Non-relational
• Part of group (categories) • Permanent fixtures
• Need to be organized • Macro-level
• Ephemeral • Site information
RULE OF THUMB
Pages for info that doesn’t change
Posts for info that is updated and transient
48. SEO
• Unique and useful content.
• Quality and relevant backlinks
• Title tags should be unique and contain your main
keywords.
• Your website shouldn't have many sub menus,
and its pages should be interlinked.
49. Prioritize
1. Determine which type of hosting you will use
(wordpress.org, wordpress.com, edublog)
2. Make a plan for navigation
3. Pick posts or a page for home page
4. Find a theme
5. Add content: pages, posts, widgets
6. Determine comment protocol
7. Extend — plugins, link to social media sites
8. Find what you don’t know when you need it
50. Resources
WordPress resources
http://wordpress.com/
http://wordpress.org/
http://edublogs.org/
Domains and Hosting (always search online for discount coupon codes)
http://www.bluehost.com/
http://www.top10bestwebsitehosting.com/
WordPress Themes (search online and read reviews for free and premium themes)
http://wpmix.com/
http://www.tripwiremagazine.com/2012/08/simple-wordpress-themes.html
http://www.woothemes.com/
http://www.elegantthemes.com/
http://themeforest.net/item/luxury-wordpress-template/83220
http://www.wpdaddy.com/category/education
http://www.wordpressthemesbook.com/education/
http://thethemefoundry.com/wordpress/
Help
http://codex.wordpress.org/
http://www.smashingmagazine.com/learning-wordpress-useful-wordpress-tips-tutorials/
http://ynda.com
