In the Tech is an emulation of CBC's SPARK, where in this segment I speak about Samsung's emerging technologies and how today's devices affect dating. From our behaviours, to our own personal views, and references to the movies Her, and, He's Just Not That Into You, In the Tech explores the attachment style towards dating and technology.
DISCLAIMER: I have a really bad stuttering problem and I stutter a lot in the segment. I tried my best to cut words out and rerecord but I physically wasn't able to record cohesively. With that being said, I hope you all enjoy In the Tech!
Showing posts with label Aliecia Brissett. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Aliecia Brissett. Show all posts
Friday, 4 April 2014
Final Thoughts [Aliecia Brissett W14]
We made it! *cues Rocky victory music*
Honestly, I don't know about you guys, but this course was one of the hardest courses I have had in a long time. If you don't know a thing about how to make a podcast, like me, or anything about technology, again...like me, then this course will really challenge you.
In the beginning of the course I was all excited about making a podcast, merely because I had never made one and I was terrified. Later on as I was in the process of gathering my information for my segment, and outlining my script, I realized that creating a podcast is no joke, and I applaud the people who we had to emulate who make this their career.
The one thing I will say to future students who are going to be taking this course, whether its mandatory or not, is time management is EVERYTHING! Alone, I took 10hrs to edit my 15 minute podcast and two days to record. If you want exceptional sound quality and a professional sounding podcast, take your time and DON'T wait till last minute; every possible tech error will happen when you think your completed (trust me!)
Also, I found that the recording software I downloaded and used to record my podcast, Audacity, works really well. If your computer challenged like myself, then Audacity is definitely the way to go. Its navigation is straight forward, and there are tons of tutorial videos on YouTube if you happen to get stuck on anything.
All-in-all I'm satisfied with my podcast product and the construction of this course. I will be spending sometime listening to others podcasts to see what you guys came up with :)
Honestly, I don't know about you guys, but this course was one of the hardest courses I have had in a long time. If you don't know a thing about how to make a podcast, like me, or anything about technology, again...like me, then this course will really challenge you.
In the beginning of the course I was all excited about making a podcast, merely because I had never made one and I was terrified. Later on as I was in the process of gathering my information for my segment, and outlining my script, I realized that creating a podcast is no joke, and I applaud the people who we had to emulate who make this their career.
The one thing I will say to future students who are going to be taking this course, whether its mandatory or not, is time management is EVERYTHING! Alone, I took 10hrs to edit my 15 minute podcast and two days to record. If you want exceptional sound quality and a professional sounding podcast, take your time and DON'T wait till last minute; every possible tech error will happen when you think your completed (trust me!)
Also, I found that the recording software I downloaded and used to record my podcast, Audacity, works really well. If your computer challenged like myself, then Audacity is definitely the way to go. Its navigation is straight forward, and there are tons of tutorial videos on YouTube if you happen to get stuck on anything.
All-in-all I'm satisfied with my podcast product and the construction of this course. I will be spending sometime listening to others podcasts to see what you guys came up with :)
Sunday, 16 March 2014
Aliecia Brissett W14: Software
Now that everyone is on their way to actually recording their podcast, we should all start really researching which recording/editing software's are good to use.
Through my research, I find that Audacity seems to work well. There are many instructional videos on YouTube that demonstrate how to go about recording, and also how to edit. This free downloadable software is very good for merging sounds and recordings together, and the functions that are used to record/edit are easy to navigate. Audacity also has a downloadable smart phone app, so people can record on-the-go and then later upload their recording to their computer at a later time.
Good things about Audacity:
Through my research, I find that Audacity seems to work well. There are many instructional videos on YouTube that demonstrate how to go about recording, and also how to edit. This free downloadable software is very good for merging sounds and recordings together, and the functions that are used to record/edit are easy to navigate. Audacity also has a downloadable smart phone app, so people can record on-the-go and then later upload their recording to their computer at a later time.
Good things about Audacity:
- Easy to navigate
- If you need help, there are many YouTube instruction videos
- Has a downloadable app for smart phone to record on-the-go
- Is compatible with Windows, Mac etc.
- Recordings are kind of fuzzy (will take a while to edit)
Monday, 10 March 2014
Aliecia Brissett W14, Strucutre
The structure that my post will be emulating is "Morning Edition". The beginning of my podcast will start with a snippet from the movie, "Her", and then will later discuss the main theme of my podcast which is technology and dating. The ending of my podcast will have a snippet from another movie related to dating and technology, and then later have commentary about that scene.
Sorry I couldn't upload a photo because my scanner wasn't working and my interenet has been acting up all day :(
The amoun t of citations that I have counted in the episode 102 of "Icon Access" is 26
Sorry I couldn't upload a photo because my scanner wasn't working and my interenet has been acting up all day :(
The amoun t of citations that I have counted in the episode 102 of "Icon Access" is 26
Wednesday, 5 March 2014
Aliecia Brisset: W14 Search Strategies
Well folks we're almost there! a few more weeks until we all can tune in and listen to each others podcasts! But the process to get ther isn't a joke. Still researching and figuring out which information is creditable and which arent seems to be the main focus for everyone, (along with figuring out how to record a podcast).
But with everyones research process, I'm sure we all have our own unique way how to go about accumulating information. Personally, I prefer to use library databases as oppopsed to Google scholar; why you may ask?...
Well firstly, becuase they have an array of differnt information streams that may suit your interest and pertain to what you're looking for. If I need a book, it would tell me where to locate the book at school, if I need a magazine, it would tell me where to find it in the library at school or give me a link to an online copy. They also have different academic streams that pertain to what it is you are looking for. For example, if I need an academic journal on the behaviour of children during the 19th century, I would simply go to the articles and databases tab, scroll to psychology, and it would give me options of psychology based databases where I would choose to start my search.
Secondly, library databases are catered to students and academic professionals. Some databases, or information, that could be found on Google scholar might not be found on a library database.
And thirdly, in my opinion, library databases are just alot easier to navagate through. Theres a tab, click it, start searching.
With Google scholar, there is alot of room for unessesary information to appear when you are searching for a topic, and also, they dont give you information about the article, book, or academic journal that you have chosen; like a library database would. For example, when I search a topic on a library based database, and I choose an article, or journal, that fits my topic, it gives me an abstract that I could read before reading the whole article text to see if the article is right for me. It also gives the date, volume number, page number, and any other useful information that could be used for your research and espcially for citing.
Although I prefer one over the other, both Google scholar and library databases could be used togther when needing a second or third opion on a topic; with library databases being your first option. Google scholar also offers videos that might be helpful with your search and other materilas that library databases might not offer.
So at the end of the day, I'm team library databases!
But with everyones research process, I'm sure we all have our own unique way how to go about accumulating information. Personally, I prefer to use library databases as oppopsed to Google scholar; why you may ask?...
Well firstly, becuase they have an array of differnt information streams that may suit your interest and pertain to what you're looking for. If I need a book, it would tell me where to locate the book at school, if I need a magazine, it would tell me where to find it in the library at school or give me a link to an online copy. They also have different academic streams that pertain to what it is you are looking for. For example, if I need an academic journal on the behaviour of children during the 19th century, I would simply go to the articles and databases tab, scroll to psychology, and it would give me options of psychology based databases where I would choose to start my search.
Secondly, library databases are catered to students and academic professionals. Some databases, or information, that could be found on Google scholar might not be found on a library database.
And thirdly, in my opinion, library databases are just alot easier to navagate through. Theres a tab, click it, start searching.
With Google scholar, there is alot of room for unessesary information to appear when you are searching for a topic, and also, they dont give you information about the article, book, or academic journal that you have chosen; like a library database would. For example, when I search a topic on a library based database, and I choose an article, or journal, that fits my topic, it gives me an abstract that I could read before reading the whole article text to see if the article is right for me. It also gives the date, volume number, page number, and any other useful information that could be used for your research and espcially for citing.
Although I prefer one over the other, both Google scholar and library databases could be used togther when needing a second or third opion on a topic; with library databases being your first option. Google scholar also offers videos that might be helpful with your search and other materilas that library databases might not offer.
So at the end of the day, I'm team library databases!
Sunday, 9 February 2014
Aliecia Brissett W14: Topic Refiement
The pitch exercise actually did help refine my initial topic/question for my podcast. Initially I thought this exercise was a waste of time because I didn't understand why we would need to write out our podcast pitch if we had already presented our pitch to the class. But in writing out our podcast pitch, and addressing them in a professional manner, it really helped refine my question/topic and helped layout my plan to get started on my segment.
Tuesday's lecture also really helped put my topic/question into perspective because it helped me to ask additional questions to my initial question and breakup my question into smaller parts (that's a lot of breaking up questions, do you still follow?). With that exercise, and the feedback from my presentation, it helped me narrow down my topic/question, and in turn helped me narrow down how I would continue my research.
My refined question/topic is, How is today’s technology effecting child development and leading to how we communicate with each other?
Now the only stress I have is to actually record.....
Tuesday's lecture also really helped put my topic/question into perspective because it helped me to ask additional questions to my initial question and breakup my question into smaller parts (that's a lot of breaking up questions, do you still follow?). With that exercise, and the feedback from my presentation, it helped me narrow down my topic/question, and in turn helped me narrow down how I would continue my research.
My refined question/topic is, How is today’s technology effecting child development and leading to how we communicate with each other?
Now the only stress I have is to actually record.....
Sunday, 26 January 2014
Week 3: Aliecia Brissett Pitching W14
Since I have a topic for my podcast I know that the real work now begins. When researching for creative ways to make a podcast I came across ALOT of sources saying in and around the same thing; you're gonna need a mic, you're gonna have to be up-to-date with your posts to stay relevant, and all that good stuff. But while researching I found that the difficult part of it all was finding sources that were creditable and just overall legit. So through my findings I found these three sites that answered a lot of my questions, and also gave me insight to look deeper within my podcast theme (SPARK) and be creative.
1. Windows: Create you own podcast
I never knew the Windows site helped people make podcasts and give them helpful advice, I just thought they were merely there for tech support, and debuting new tech; but to my surprise they actually have a lot of helpful tips to help the public make a successful podcast. Aside from the normal stuff like materials you would need to actually produce a podcast, they tell you that marketing your podcast to others is a helpful way to promote your show and get others involved and tune in. They also tell you to do research on topics that are of interest to you, and others, and stress the need to edit your recorded work before putting it out to the public.
2. kdmc Berkley-Berkley Graduate School of Journalism: Podcast
I knew I could trust this site off the bat because this podcast tutorial was written by Berkley Journalism students who are going through, or have already gone through, the same process as we all are. the helpful tips that the students had to offer were how to mix tracks with your podcast, so mixing music with your recorded audio and other cool sound effects. They also gave a step by step instruction how to carefully edit your podcasts before publishing and how to adjust sound levels for the audio so the audio isn't over bearing or pitchy.
3. Make Use Of: How to make a podcast on the go with your mobile phone
This website is dedicated to helping other use their tech devices and give helpful tips to improve those devices. I found this post special because it aids you in how to make a podcast with your phone! The site also tell you good apps that you could download to assist in producing a great podcast. I liked this post a lot because it gives a different way on how to make a podcast (with your phone) which I appreciate because I find that it would be a lot easier to record with your hand held device.
Taking in all my resources tips and advice I think I'm going to go in the direction of recording my podcast with my phone. It seems a lot less difficult to produce and less costly, I would rather purchase an app for $1.99 then go out and buy a microphone for $19.99.
Works Cited
"Podcasting." Mixing Tracks. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014
Messieh, Nancy. "How To Make Podcast On The Go With Your Mobile Phone." MakeUseOf. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014.
"Create Your Own Podcast." Windows.microsoft.com. Ed. Byron Ricks. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014.
1. Windows: Create you own podcast
I never knew the Windows site helped people make podcasts and give them helpful advice, I just thought they were merely there for tech support, and debuting new tech; but to my surprise they actually have a lot of helpful tips to help the public make a successful podcast. Aside from the normal stuff like materials you would need to actually produce a podcast, they tell you that marketing your podcast to others is a helpful way to promote your show and get others involved and tune in. They also tell you to do research on topics that are of interest to you, and others, and stress the need to edit your recorded work before putting it out to the public.
2. kdmc Berkley-Berkley Graduate School of Journalism: Podcast
I knew I could trust this site off the bat because this podcast tutorial was written by Berkley Journalism students who are going through, or have already gone through, the same process as we all are. the helpful tips that the students had to offer were how to mix tracks with your podcast, so mixing music with your recorded audio and other cool sound effects. They also gave a step by step instruction how to carefully edit your podcasts before publishing and how to adjust sound levels for the audio so the audio isn't over bearing or pitchy.
3. Make Use Of: How to make a podcast on the go with your mobile phone
This website is dedicated to helping other use their tech devices and give helpful tips to improve those devices. I found this post special because it aids you in how to make a podcast with your phone! The site also tell you good apps that you could download to assist in producing a great podcast. I liked this post a lot because it gives a different way on how to make a podcast (with your phone) which I appreciate because I find that it would be a lot easier to record with your hand held device.
Taking in all my resources tips and advice I think I'm going to go in the direction of recording my podcast with my phone. It seems a lot less difficult to produce and less costly, I would rather purchase an app for $1.99 then go out and buy a microphone for $19.99.
Works Cited
"Podcasting." Mixing Tracks. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014
Messieh, Nancy. "How To Make Podcast On The Go With Your Mobile Phone." MakeUseOf. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014.
"Create Your Own Podcast." Windows.microsoft.com. Ed. Byron Ricks. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Jan. 2014.
Sunday, 19 January 2014
Week 2: Podcast Topic and Selection- Aliecia Brissett W14
I have had a hard time thinking of which stream to follow for my podcast. Initially-as stated in my introduction post- I wanted to choose either Lexicon Valley, On the Media, or Under the Influence. But after researching through newspapers, online journals, and even Googling "current events", I realized my topic was right in the palm of my hand; literally. The sudden thought sprung on me when I was looking through my photo album and reminiscing about the holidays. I had taken many pictures of my little cousins, aged 1-9, and they ALL had tablets(I don't have one...). So I realized that I should discuss technology! So my new topic is going to be Spark, where I will discuss the technological advances that are happening among us and how they effect people.
The topics that I would be tackling-seeing that my above topic theme is very vague- are how the use of the new technologies are effecting the way we work, and the way we interact with others. I would most likely be naming the new, and current, devices that are being used and are in production to be released, and stating their function and what the company plans to offer the everyday consumer.
I plan to stay true to the original podcast, Spark, but plan to put my own individualistic flare into it as well. Spark, itself, is very interview based; not much conversation among other people other than a few interviews here and there from industry professionals. With my podcast, I would like for it to be more open for conversation so others can have their take on the topics. For my vision to become reality, I know that I must interview a variety of people from different professions and get their take on why/how they use their techno devices.
I really hope I stay on this topic(I tend to be a scatter brain) and further discuss the flourish of new techno goodies that are being made and used. And the weird thing is, I'm not much of a techy, so I will also be learning new things along way through the process of my research. :)
The topics that I would be tackling-seeing that my above topic theme is very vague- are how the use of the new technologies are effecting the way we work, and the way we interact with others. I would most likely be naming the new, and current, devices that are being used and are in production to be released, and stating their function and what the company plans to offer the everyday consumer.
I plan to stay true to the original podcast, Spark, but plan to put my own individualistic flare into it as well. Spark, itself, is very interview based; not much conversation among other people other than a few interviews here and there from industry professionals. With my podcast, I would like for it to be more open for conversation so others can have their take on the topics. For my vision to become reality, I know that I must interview a variety of people from different professions and get their take on why/how they use their techno devices.
I really hope I stay on this topic(I tend to be a scatter brain) and further discuss the flourish of new techno goodies that are being made and used. And the weird thing is, I'm not much of a techy, so I will also be learning new things along way through the process of my research. :)
Wednesday, 8 January 2014
Week 1: Introduction- Aliecia Brissett W14
Hello all! I'm Aliecia Brissett and I'm a Professional Writing major. I enjoy writing about my personal experiences, on my personal blog, and try encourage others to conquer whatever difficulties they may have, (I know it may seem that I'm an emotional wreck but trust me I'm not; I think its just the Pisces in me). I also enjoy listening to old school RnB (circa early 90's), reading the dictionary (don't judge me), shopping, and reading spiritual/inspirational, and funny books.
I have just recently learned about research tools such as Zotero and RefWorks from one of my classes last semester. I have yet to try them out, but I know that when I eventually do, they will be very helpful.
When I have to do research for assignments I usually stick to the same method that I've been using since first year: Google and university library portals. I have to admit, I have not been to a library since elementary school to look for research materials, (which is pretty bad seeing that I would like to be a journalist), but I'm just too lazy to get up and go to the library when a lot of the information is at my finger tips. I hope this course will help me, and motivate me, to find other ways of researching for academic materials; and slowly get me out of my computer chair and into a library.
I'm really looking forward to the final assignment of making a podcast. I have no experience what so ever when it comes to making one, so I'm excited, and kind of scared. A podcast that I enjoy listening to is The Read. It's basically these two friends rambling on about pop culture and poking fun at the trends that are happening today; I love it. So without question, the topics that I am drawn to for this assignment are: On the Media, Lexicon Valley and Under the Influence. My challenge, aside from learning how to make a podcast, is deciding on a topic.
I have just recently learned about research tools such as Zotero and RefWorks from one of my classes last semester. I have yet to try them out, but I know that when I eventually do, they will be very helpful.
When I have to do research for assignments I usually stick to the same method that I've been using since first year: Google and university library portals. I have to admit, I have not been to a library since elementary school to look for research materials, (which is pretty bad seeing that I would like to be a journalist), but I'm just too lazy to get up and go to the library when a lot of the information is at my finger tips. I hope this course will help me, and motivate me, to find other ways of researching for academic materials; and slowly get me out of my computer chair and into a library.
I'm really looking forward to the final assignment of making a podcast. I have no experience what so ever when it comes to making one, so I'm excited, and kind of scared. A podcast that I enjoy listening to is The Read. It's basically these two friends rambling on about pop culture and poking fun at the trends that are happening today; I love it. So without question, the topics that I am drawn to for this assignment are: On the Media, Lexicon Valley and Under the Influence. My challenge, aside from learning how to make a podcast, is deciding on a topic.
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