This was an interesting podcast.
I enjoyed your historical information, and the depth of which you researched into Mr. Cummings past. Such as the examples of his earliest works. This information gave your listeners the impressing of how important writing was to his life.
It was beneficial to your listeners that you would not hold back any information about EE Cummings that might cast in an unpleasant tone.
My favourite part of your podcast is when you read your original piece. The words in the first piece flowed so easily that is got the feeling of almost a waterfall of sounds and words together. And the final line as almost notes taken by the narrator.
Hilarious references to newfies relating to drunken sailors.
You were able to emulate EE Cummings style of writing and his use of, or lack of mechanics without seeming to be a generic rip off of his particular style. This piece felt original yet still maintaining EE’s style and flare.
Good podcast.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Podcast- Van
This was one of my favourite podcasts. You not only conveyed the necessary information to your listeners but made it fun and entertaining, I know that this is a project and that we are supposed to watch all of these podcasts, but I found your so entertaining that I would subscribe to your podcasts.
The way you introduced his history and all the back story of Charles Dickens life was very interesting and it really hooked the listener’s interest in what you had to say. The off handed style of this intro was funny as well as informative.
It was interesting how you went about explaining his style and the different aspects of his writing. And I especially like how you stated exactly what piece each element applied too.
I like your original piece; it was very reminiscent of Charles dickens style of writing with the use of run on sentences and almost a sarcastic way of stating the facts surrounding him. You were able to apply his styles without seeming to be a generic copy of his style. You employed your own creative style to the piece. Good job.
Good use of analysis of your own writing. It takes special talent to be able to pick apart your own work and analysis it. This is a talent I believe we have all learned this semester.
To close, this was a fun and very entertaining for your listeners as well as covers all the important information about Charles Dickens.
I look forward to seeing your films in the future.
The way you introduced his history and all the back story of Charles Dickens life was very interesting and it really hooked the listener’s interest in what you had to say. The off handed style of this intro was funny as well as informative.
It was interesting how you went about explaining his style and the different aspects of his writing. And I especially like how you stated exactly what piece each element applied too.
I like your original piece; it was very reminiscent of Charles dickens style of writing with the use of run on sentences and almost a sarcastic way of stating the facts surrounding him. You were able to apply his styles without seeming to be a generic copy of his style. You employed your own creative style to the piece. Good job.
Good use of analysis of your own writing. It takes special talent to be able to pick apart your own work and analysis it. This is a talent I believe we have all learned this semester.
To close, this was a fun and very entertaining for your listeners as well as covers all the important information about Charles Dickens.
I look forward to seeing your films in the future.
Podcast- Taylor
I thought it was an interesting style that you choose to represent Danielle Steele's writing. I really enjoyed listening to your views and the way your presented Danielle Steeles writing style. You not only made it interesting for the listener as well as very informative into the lives of one of the most beloved authors.
I thought that your choice of writers was excellent because she has such an interesting style and a wide variety of influences that her writing is nothing short of spectacular.
One of my favourite aspects of your podcast is the way in which you explained her novels. The step by step run thought each of her novels and telling your listeners how she applied specific styles of writing.
I thought that you had a good way of presenting her influences and how they affected her writing. The most powerful influences, and the two that I thought you best represented were the effect of her sons manic depression leading to suicide and war.
The influence of suicide was an interesting one because of its negative effects where as the technique of war had some very positive influence. This was one of the most interesting styles of writing. How war can both tear her characters apart yet still bring them closer together.
I really enjoyed listening to your piece, they style was very reminiscent of Danielle styles writing and had many of her writing characteristics but showed off your own writing style and flare.
In short i enjoyed listening and watching your podcast, you did an excellent job.
I thought that your choice of writers was excellent because she has such an interesting style and a wide variety of influences that her writing is nothing short of spectacular.
One of my favourite aspects of your podcast is the way in which you explained her novels. The step by step run thought each of her novels and telling your listeners how she applied specific styles of writing.
I thought that you had a good way of presenting her influences and how they affected her writing. The most powerful influences, and the two that I thought you best represented were the effect of her sons manic depression leading to suicide and war.
The influence of suicide was an interesting one because of its negative effects where as the technique of war had some very positive influence. This was one of the most interesting styles of writing. How war can both tear her characters apart yet still bring them closer together.
I really enjoyed listening to your piece, they style was very reminiscent of Danielle styles writing and had many of her writing characteristics but showed off your own writing style and flare.
In short i enjoyed listening and watching your podcast, you did an excellent job.
Taylor's podcast - Danielle Steele
Hey Taylor
This was interesting to watch because I really knew very little about Danielle Steele, so it was interesting to get some insight.
The video clip was very effective and gave everyone a clear view of her and her personality / outlook.
Telling us all the different stories and plotlines was also effective, I found, as it showed the wide variety of topics she tackles in the romance genre.
It was good how you showed another side to the argument, and told us about how her work can often be labelled as fluff, but then you explained why her work is more than just 'fluff' which was good.
I also really liked your original piece. My favourite portion of it was in the middle where it said 'Living, love through love, loving live for long...'
It was a really cool podcast and piece, so very good job.
This was interesting to watch because I really knew very little about Danielle Steele, so it was interesting to get some insight.
The video clip was very effective and gave everyone a clear view of her and her personality / outlook.
Telling us all the different stories and plotlines was also effective, I found, as it showed the wide variety of topics she tackles in the romance genre.
It was good how you showed another side to the argument, and told us about how her work can often be labelled as fluff, but then you explained why her work is more than just 'fluff' which was good.
I also really liked your original piece. My favourite portion of it was in the middle where it said 'Living, love through love, loving live for long...'
It was a really cool podcast and piece, so very good job.
Rebecca's Podcast - Dan Brown
Alright, Rebecca!
First off I really enjoyed the introduction you used, the little anecdote about his name being the same size as the title on the book was interesting and informative. It was cute. You also used that song clip which I thought was simultaneously really funny and sort of gave an insight into him aswell.
Your use of humour in the podcast was very nice too, like after playing the song clip saying 'surprisingly enough he didn't continue in music'... I actually laughed.
Its interesting that he wrote a book from a womans perspective and using a female pen name... especially one about finding the right man or whatever it was. It just struck me as odd.
The ties between the writing style and his influences were very clear which was nice. The clarity of the podcast in general was nice.
The background music was very very subtle yet still played a big part in setting the tone, which was cool. I really liked your original piece and I thought the fact that you got your dad to do the guys lines really helped set the tone as it was creepy and haunting and engaging. :)
You also did a very good job of explaining how you emulated Dan Brown's style.
So overall, very good job, I enjoyed watching your podcast :)
First off I really enjoyed the introduction you used, the little anecdote about his name being the same size as the title on the book was interesting and informative. It was cute. You also used that song clip which I thought was simultaneously really funny and sort of gave an insight into him aswell.
Your use of humour in the podcast was very nice too, like after playing the song clip saying 'surprisingly enough he didn't continue in music'... I actually laughed.
Its interesting that he wrote a book from a womans perspective and using a female pen name... especially one about finding the right man or whatever it was. It just struck me as odd.
The ties between the writing style and his influences were very clear which was nice. The clarity of the podcast in general was nice.
The background music was very very subtle yet still played a big part in setting the tone, which was cool. I really liked your original piece and I thought the fact that you got your dad to do the guys lines really helped set the tone as it was creepy and haunting and engaging. :)
You also did a very good job of explaining how you emulated Dan Brown's style.
So overall, very good job, I enjoyed watching your podcast :)
Diana's Podcast - Margaret Atwood
I loved the style in which you decided to tackle the podcast, making it flow like a real podcast might. It was cute and I loved how legitimate it felt, almost even like a radio show.
From the very introduction I was intrigued, your expressive voice made it a pleasure to listen to. You used excellent expressions and kept the podcast captivating. To be honest I didn't know very much about Margaret Atwood, so learning some of the inspiration behind her was really interesting, like about her living in quebec and exploring the wild. You usage of humour in addressing the intimidating figure she is was also very funny and kept it interesting.
I also liked the video clip and thought it was effective, I kind of want to watch that movie now!
The pictures you used were also relevant and funny and kept me interested, although that one picture at 7:50 was disgusting though!!!!! :( :( :( Why would you subject us to that?
I joke, it was relevant to the topic matter and built the tone. Still really creepy though.
The way of incorporating your original piece was also excellent! It flowed really nicely. The atmosphere you created through reading your piece with the pulsing heartbeat in the background was gorgeous! Very captivating and interesting, it really set the tone for your piece. I loved it!
I also loved your writing and imagery you used, it was very effective.
Good job DHALL, I really enjoyed this podcast :)
From the very introduction I was intrigued, your expressive voice made it a pleasure to listen to. You used excellent expressions and kept the podcast captivating. To be honest I didn't know very much about Margaret Atwood, so learning some of the inspiration behind her was really interesting, like about her living in quebec and exploring the wild. You usage of humour in addressing the intimidating figure she is was also very funny and kept it interesting.
I also liked the video clip and thought it was effective, I kind of want to watch that movie now!
The pictures you used were also relevant and funny and kept me interested, although that one picture at 7:50 was disgusting though!!!!! :( :( :( Why would you subject us to that?
I joke, it was relevant to the topic matter and built the tone. Still really creepy though.
The way of incorporating your original piece was also excellent! It flowed really nicely. The atmosphere you created through reading your piece with the pulsing heartbeat in the background was gorgeous! Very captivating and interesting, it really set the tone for your piece. I loved it!
I also loved your writing and imagery you used, it was very effective.
Good job DHALL, I really enjoyed this podcast :)
Thursday, January 14, 2010
RE: le podcast de Rebecca
ah. Dan Brown. I just realized that i own every one of his books, but have only mustered enough energy to read angels and demons as well as the Da Vinci Code. I think i'll have to check out the lost symbol, though. keep the Langdon tradition going! :P
*ahem* ANYWAY, onto your podcast! Something i noticed and thanked you soooo much for SPEAKING CLEARLY AND SLOWLY! i heard each and every word you said in this podcast, which gave me the opportunity to reflect upon what i was learning as you spoke. I didn't feel like anything was overwhelming. i'm glad you took the risk (in order to meet the requirements) to give direct examples of Dan Brown's writing on-screen. I was afraid to do that so often in my own podcast, but i feel that it worked well with yours. I was able to read the passages on my own time and listen to your explanations and analysis without confusion!
OH and before i forget, the way you introduced your author at the very beginning of the novel (relating to the size of the title/byline text) was very clever! i laughed. :) people turned to look at me as i did so in the resource centre... oh well.
i really thought that the change of tone and addition of another voice for the characters/narration of your original piece made the reading all the more effective. I really feel that that extra voice added to the over tone of the reading, making ti all the more enjoyable to listen to.
All in all, you've put a lot of time into this podcast, and it shows! you clearly explained each and every aspect of Dan Brown's writing (as well as your own) and made your podcast very easy to follow and to-the-point.
another great job on yet another gruelling requirement for this class. you glide through this last year, well done!!!
*ahem* ANYWAY, onto your podcast! Something i noticed and thanked you soooo much for SPEAKING CLEARLY AND SLOWLY! i heard each and every word you said in this podcast, which gave me the opportunity to reflect upon what i was learning as you spoke. I didn't feel like anything was overwhelming. i'm glad you took the risk (in order to meet the requirements) to give direct examples of Dan Brown's writing on-screen. I was afraid to do that so often in my own podcast, but i feel that it worked well with yours. I was able to read the passages on my own time and listen to your explanations and analysis without confusion!
OH and before i forget, the way you introduced your author at the very beginning of the novel (relating to the size of the title/byline text) was very clever! i laughed. :) people turned to look at me as i did so in the resource centre... oh well.
i really thought that the change of tone and addition of another voice for the characters/narration of your original piece made the reading all the more effective. I really feel that that extra voice added to the over tone of the reading, making ti all the more enjoyable to listen to.
All in all, you've put a lot of time into this podcast, and it shows! you clearly explained each and every aspect of Dan Brown's writing (as well as your own) and made your podcast very easy to follow and to-the-point.
another great job on yet another gruelling requirement for this class. you glide through this last year, well done!!!
RE: le podcast de JordanPike
HEY JORDAN!
May I just first comment on the consistent tone, which although didn't vary much in regards to emotion, i feel that the contrast between your gentle, unvarying tone and the eccentricities you pointed out in your poet and his work, was quite effective. I enjoyed listening to your relaxing tone - and enjoyed the woman's voice even more as the utter emotion and raw human passion during the reading of Cummings' first poem featured in your piece. I felt like I was compeltely being swept away by the reading - i could've fallen asleep (in a good way, i promise!) listening to the sweet poem. The arrangement of the words in this particular poem was not overpowering or overwhelming, as i find some of Cummings' pieces are. They can be intimidating (depending on whether or not the reader takes understanding from it), so i found this 'lead in' very effective.
I liked how you explained Cummings' growth as a writer, particularly when you describe how he didn't trust editors after a blunder in his published work. On a personal note, i found that very interesting to come to know about E.E. Cummings.
I must also comment on your use of music, which captivated me from the start of your podcast. They were very fitting choices, in my opinion, as the music was not overpowering or distracting. The points at which you chose to change the music was also very clever; separated, if i remember correctly, by a clever break of silence.
Your original pieces were very much in the style of E.E Cummings, and i especially liked the fact that you incorporated your own sense of humour into your pieces. The only thing i couldn't read was the part about scattered confetti... but I LOVED THE "shmellsshlike.." ACCENT! BAHHHH!
anyway, i very much enjoyed your analysis of Cummings' work. well done! :)
May I just first comment on the consistent tone, which although didn't vary much in regards to emotion, i feel that the contrast between your gentle, unvarying tone and the eccentricities you pointed out in your poet and his work, was quite effective. I enjoyed listening to your relaxing tone - and enjoyed the woman's voice even more as the utter emotion and raw human passion during the reading of Cummings' first poem featured in your piece. I felt like I was compeltely being swept away by the reading - i could've fallen asleep (in a good way, i promise!) listening to the sweet poem. The arrangement of the words in this particular poem was not overpowering or overwhelming, as i find some of Cummings' pieces are. They can be intimidating (depending on whether or not the reader takes understanding from it), so i found this 'lead in' very effective.
I liked how you explained Cummings' growth as a writer, particularly when you describe how he didn't trust editors after a blunder in his published work. On a personal note, i found that very interesting to come to know about E.E. Cummings.
I must also comment on your use of music, which captivated me from the start of your podcast. They were very fitting choices, in my opinion, as the music was not overpowering or distracting. The points at which you chose to change the music was also very clever; separated, if i remember correctly, by a clever break of silence.
Your original pieces were very much in the style of E.E Cummings, and i especially liked the fact that you incorporated your own sense of humour into your pieces. The only thing i couldn't read was the part about scattered confetti... but I LOVED THE "shmellsshlike.." ACCENT! BAHHHH!
anyway, i very much enjoyed your analysis of Cummings' work. well done! :)
RE: le podcast de Van
VAN!
I was immediately intrigued by the manner in which you decided to introduce viewers to your podcast subject, Charles Dickens. Now, i'm aware that i'm stating the obvious by refering to this particular portion as quite a creative way to go through some of the arguably more bland requirements of this podcast... the dreaded 'brief biography'. I found myself relaxed and already enjoying the piece - which was a lovely way to start off my *ahem* Podcast Viewing Experience.
Your transitions, use of images and incorporation of video clips made yoru podcast veyr interesting to watch. Referring back to that single portrait of Charles Dickens made your content easier to follow, and how easily you moved from picture to picture and topic to topic was icnredibly smooth. However, it was your use of video that really made an impression on me. instead of focusing on images (which is sort of what i expected from most podcasts), you decided to rely heavily on film adaptations of Dickens' characters. I felt that this worked extremely well, because viewers would be able to better identify with these 'lifelike' characters. I found myself also trying to guess which movie was which... (which jsut made watching your podcast all the more interesting).
All in all, your use of characteristic tone, flawless and complimentary changes in the background music and use of images all created a podcast worth watching. I feel that i have a much greater, clearer understanding of Charles Dickens.
*PS Great use of humour. well done. :)
"resume being deceased. farewell "<--- SO FUNNY AHH
I was immediately intrigued by the manner in which you decided to introduce viewers to your podcast subject, Charles Dickens. Now, i'm aware that i'm stating the obvious by refering to this particular portion as quite a creative way to go through some of the arguably more bland requirements of this podcast... the dreaded 'brief biography'. I found myself relaxed and already enjoying the piece - which was a lovely way to start off my *ahem* Podcast Viewing Experience.
Your transitions, use of images and incorporation of video clips made yoru podcast veyr interesting to watch. Referring back to that single portrait of Charles Dickens made your content easier to follow, and how easily you moved from picture to picture and topic to topic was icnredibly smooth. However, it was your use of video that really made an impression on me. instead of focusing on images (which is sort of what i expected from most podcasts), you decided to rely heavily on film adaptations of Dickens' characters. I felt that this worked extremely well, because viewers would be able to better identify with these 'lifelike' characters. I found myself also trying to guess which movie was which... (which jsut made watching your podcast all the more interesting).
All in all, your use of characteristic tone, flawless and complimentary changes in the background music and use of images all created a podcast worth watching. I feel that i have a much greater, clearer understanding of Charles Dickens.
*PS Great use of humour. well done. :)
"resume being deceased. farewell "<--- SO FUNNY AHH
Taylor's Podcast
First off, great job taylor!
I didn't know this author prior to your podcast and was delighted to learn all about Danielle Steele. The way you highlighted Steele was really interesting, and it kept me intrigued throughout your podcast. You went through a variety of things that truly brought Steele to life in your podcast, you did a great job at bringing the author to life through what you were saying but also with your visuals.
Your original piece was great, I really enjoy your writing style, and it was great paired with Steele's style. You did a great job at replicating the authors work from what you had taught us.
Overall, you did a really good job at presenting a podcast that kept me intrigued and also informed me :)
I didn't know this author prior to your podcast and was delighted to learn all about Danielle Steele. The way you highlighted Steele was really interesting, and it kept me intrigued throughout your podcast. You went through a variety of things that truly brought Steele to life in your podcast, you did a great job at bringing the author to life through what you were saying but also with your visuals.
Your original piece was great, I really enjoy your writing style, and it was great paired with Steele's style. You did a great job at replicating the authors work from what you had taught us.
Overall, you did a really good job at presenting a podcast that kept me intrigued and also informed me :)
Jordan's Podcast
Jordan, you've got a great talking voice, and that really aided this podcast for obvious reasons. No one ever wants to listen to an annoying voice that just drones on, but that isn't the case here.
I said this about Diana's and I'll say about yours as well, just because it's so important, your podcast did a great job that carrying a consistent throughout it. Consistency is key to success in media like this. Your presentation of ee cummings was really good, he is quite the interesting guy and I really enjoyed the pieces featured in the podcast, it was really enjoyable.
I really found your original pieces a powerful part of this podcast, if not the most powerful, the presentation and content were excellent, you were able to capture cummings style while incorporating your own style which really defined this podcast as great.
Great job Jordan !
I said this about Diana's and I'll say about yours as well, just because it's so important, your podcast did a great job that carrying a consistent throughout it. Consistency is key to success in media like this. Your presentation of ee cummings was really good, he is quite the interesting guy and I really enjoyed the pieces featured in the podcast, it was really enjoyable.
I really found your original pieces a powerful part of this podcast, if not the most powerful, the presentation and content were excellent, you were able to capture cummings style while incorporating your own style which really defined this podcast as great.
Great job Jordan !
Diana's Podcast
This podcast grabbed my attention immediately with a really powerful introduction that set the tone for the podcast that was consistent throughout it. You did a great job at creating a podcast that had a real polished and professional tone that made it seem like an authentic tone. You achieved this with your consistency.
The introduction to Atwood was great and truly did justice to her, really capturing who Atwood really is. This set the tone for how the rest of the podcast was going to play itself out in terms of information. In that aspect, you did an excellent job at communicating the information, regardless of whether it was relevant or not. However, all of your information was relevant, so you did a great job on both sides, entertaining and informing.
I really enjoyed this podcast simply based on the fact it entertained and informed, it wasn't over the top and in your face, it was laid back and mellow yet really informative and I walked knowing Margaret much better.
Your original piece was great, I enjoyed your selection of SFx, once again not over the top, or in your face, you didn't force anything, you let us feel it for ourselves. The piece itself was quite well written too!
Overall, you did a great job Diana, as always, and as expected.
The introduction to Atwood was great and truly did justice to her, really capturing who Atwood really is. This set the tone for how the rest of the podcast was going to play itself out in terms of information. In that aspect, you did an excellent job at communicating the information, regardless of whether it was relevant or not. However, all of your information was relevant, so you did a great job on both sides, entertaining and informing.
I really enjoyed this podcast simply based on the fact it entertained and informed, it wasn't over the top and in your face, it was laid back and mellow yet really informative and I walked knowing Margaret much better.
Your original piece was great, I enjoyed your selection of SFx, once again not over the top, or in your face, you didn't force anything, you let us feel it for ourselves. The piece itself was quite well written too!
Overall, you did a great job Diana, as always, and as expected.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Re: Diana's Podcast - Margaret Atwood
Diana- I think you incorporated your background in theatre in your podcast. You had a good flow to your speaking, that maintained the viewer's interest. You also used intonation to create a smooth flow, and emphasize the key points. Each of your influences and stylistic elements was clearly addressed, and I could easily follow each point.
You also maintained the viewer's interest with the use of visuals; no visual was left on the screen for too long. However, at times I was confused as to how the visual supported what was being said. But, these visuals did not distract from what was being said. The most important thing about the podcast is that the information is effectively conveyed - and it was. Your voice clearly read the facts and quotes, and the visuals on the screen did not distract from that. I also like how you used multi-media, by using videos, quotes and still photos that enhanced the quality of your presentation. The theme of female empowerment was present throughout the presentation - which really supports the style of Maragret Atwood. Your visuals, and strong tone of voice, supported this theme.
Having read a novel by Margaret Atwood, I could easily tell that your original piece was an effective imitation of her writing. You were so descriptive, that even though I wasn't reading the words, I could visualize the scene. It also had a very dystopian tone, that I could clearly see the connection to "The Handmaid's Tale."
Basically, I have nothing but praise for your work. Everything was presented clearly, and the interest of the viewer was maintained.
Good work.
You also maintained the viewer's interest with the use of visuals; no visual was left on the screen for too long. However, at times I was confused as to how the visual supported what was being said. But, these visuals did not distract from what was being said. The most important thing about the podcast is that the information is effectively conveyed - and it was. Your voice clearly read the facts and quotes, and the visuals on the screen did not distract from that. I also like how you used multi-media, by using videos, quotes and still photos that enhanced the quality of your presentation. The theme of female empowerment was present throughout the presentation - which really supports the style of Maragret Atwood. Your visuals, and strong tone of voice, supported this theme.
Having read a novel by Margaret Atwood, I could easily tell that your original piece was an effective imitation of her writing. You were so descriptive, that even though I wasn't reading the words, I could visualize the scene. It also had a very dystopian tone, that I could clearly see the connection to "The Handmaid's Tale."
Basically, I have nothing but praise for your work. Everything was presented clearly, and the interest of the viewer was maintained.
Good work.
Re: Van's Podcast - Charles Dickens
Van - First of all, I’m going to state the obvious in saying that presenting the author’s biography in first person was very creative and enhanced the presentation. This unique intro captured the viewers interest immediately.
The use of visuals in this podcast was also effective. The visuals supported what was being said, making it easy for the audience to follow. However, I felt that the clips from the movies were at times distracting (albeit not nearly as distracting as the video shown in the sample podcast) – but this is largely due to how I did not know where these clips were coming from. Its an easy assumption that they are from Charles Dickens movie adaptations, but having not read all of his novels, I did not know the relevance of the videos being shown. It would have been more effective to include visuals that supported what was being said directly. Other than the videos, the visuals were effective in supporting the facts presented.
The only other thing that was of concern for me, was the fact that the music – although it was good music – was too loud. (But this may have just been for my headphones - if its fine for everyone else then disregard this comment :S )There were many times when it overpowered your voice and I could scarcely hear what was being said. It is possible that this low audio is what made me feel distracted by the videos. When I couldn’t hear what was being said, I would start paying more attention to the videos, in hopes of grasping what was being said. Thus, when the visual did not enhance what was being said, certain facts were lost in the music.
Nonetheless, I really enjoyed this podcast. You definitely used technology to your advantage.
PS Sorry if i contradicted myself, I hope you understand what I'm saying ;P
Good work.
The use of visuals in this podcast was also effective. The visuals supported what was being said, making it easy for the audience to follow. However, I felt that the clips from the movies were at times distracting (albeit not nearly as distracting as the video shown in the sample podcast) – but this is largely due to how I did not know where these clips were coming from. Its an easy assumption that they are from Charles Dickens movie adaptations, but having not read all of his novels, I did not know the relevance of the videos being shown. It would have been more effective to include visuals that supported what was being said directly. Other than the videos, the visuals were effective in supporting the facts presented.
The only other thing that was of concern for me, was the fact that the music – although it was good music – was too loud. (But this may have just been for my headphones - if its fine for everyone else then disregard this comment :S )There were many times when it overpowered your voice and I could scarcely hear what was being said. It is possible that this low audio is what made me feel distracted by the videos. When I couldn’t hear what was being said, I would start paying more attention to the videos, in hopes of grasping what was being said. Thus, when the visual did not enhance what was being said, certain facts were lost in the music.
Nonetheless, I really enjoyed this podcast. You definitely used technology to your advantage.
PS Sorry if i contradicted myself, I hope you understand what I'm saying ;P
Good work.
Re: Jordan's Podcast - E E Cummings
Jordan - I really liked your podcast. Almost immediately, a great tone was established. It was very soft and coordinated well with the gentle tone of poetry. This tone was maintained throughout the entire podcast. This was demonstrated with the reading of the poem 'I carry your heart'. Using a female’s voice made the reading of the poem more sentimental and enforced the gentle tone. (And as a side note, I absolutely loved that poem).
I also enjoyed your original pieces. I like how you showed them on the screen, instead of just reading them; because you don’t truly get the full effect of Cumming’s unique style unless you see it. However, I also felt that if you had shown the ‘lover’s heart’ poem as it appears, the viewer may have gotten a stronger sense of Cumming’s style. This is not to say that the way you presented it was ineffective, as I feel that the visuals also added to the gentle tone. It is possible that if you had simply shown the poem as it appears, it wouldn’t have had the same visual appeal that it did.
I also feel that it was very effective to include a poem as read by E E Cummings, himself. This really helped the viewer understand the tone that he was trying to convey. Including this enforced the stylistic elements he uses because it allows the viewer to see firsthand Cumming’s desired effect through his unusual style.
Overall, I feel that your podcast was effective. The information was appropriate and was conveyed in a factual manner that was enhanced with the use of visuals. The methods used maintained the viewer’s interest. Good work :)
I also enjoyed your original pieces. I like how you showed them on the screen, instead of just reading them; because you don’t truly get the full effect of Cumming’s unique style unless you see it. However, I also felt that if you had shown the ‘lover’s heart’ poem as it appears, the viewer may have gotten a stronger sense of Cumming’s style. This is not to say that the way you presented it was ineffective, as I feel that the visuals also added to the gentle tone. It is possible that if you had simply shown the poem as it appears, it wouldn’t have had the same visual appeal that it did.
I also feel that it was very effective to include a poem as read by E E Cummings, himself. This really helped the viewer understand the tone that he was trying to convey. Including this enforced the stylistic elements he uses because it allows the viewer to see firsthand Cumming’s desired effect through his unusual style.
Overall, I feel that your podcast was effective. The information was appropriate and was conveyed in a factual manner that was enhanced with the use of visuals. The methods used maintained the viewer’s interest. Good work :)
Monday, January 11, 2010
Week 13
Hey guys!
So, week 13 is over, and we're done with ISU etc. For next week's blogs, we'll watch 3 podcasts from our group and we'll post 3 responses from our blog group. We'll post by next Monday at 8:00.
So, week 13 is over, and we're done with ISU etc. For next week's blogs, we'll watch 3 podcasts from our group and we'll post 3 responses from our blog group. We'll post by next Monday at 8:00.
D-d-d-diet?
Ew.
Hate that word.
It's not because of the fact that it generally means cutting back on some of those delicious treats, but because of the structure! I want to eat what I want, when I want regardless of whether it's healthy for me. Sadly, I have no control over this, or at least for the next two weeks. I'm doing a cleansing.....That just sounds exciting doesn't it? Yummmmm, asparagus, broccoli, mushrooms, onions.....peppers and lots and lots of salad. The worst part of this whole cleansing, is that a couple days after I'm done, it's my birthday! So i'm going to stuck on my birthday counting calories, while eveyrone else around me is noming on some delicious cake that probably has my name on it! WHat kind sick world is this where you can't eat a piece of cake that has your name on it :'(
Oh well, it's for the best! The road to a healthier me is quite rocky, but at least I know it's pretty straightforward! We'll be done this class by the time i'm done phase 1 of this diet, sad isn't it? Saying goodbye to this blog :(.....ok maybe it's not all that sad =D
Hate that word.
It's not because of the fact that it generally means cutting back on some of those delicious treats, but because of the structure! I want to eat what I want, when I want regardless of whether it's healthy for me. Sadly, I have no control over this, or at least for the next two weeks. I'm doing a cleansing.....That just sounds exciting doesn't it? Yummmmm, asparagus, broccoli, mushrooms, onions.....peppers and lots and lots of salad. The worst part of this whole cleansing, is that a couple days after I'm done, it's my birthday! So i'm going to stuck on my birthday counting calories, while eveyrone else around me is noming on some delicious cake that probably has my name on it! WHat kind sick world is this where you can't eat a piece of cake that has your name on it :'(
Oh well, it's for the best! The road to a healthier me is quite rocky, but at least I know it's pretty straightforward! We'll be done this class by the time i'm done phase 1 of this diet, sad isn't it? Saying goodbye to this blog :(.....ok maybe it's not all that sad =D
E.E. Cummings
So thank god I picked an author that I liked for my project or I'd be ready to shrivel up and die right about now. So I made 5 original pieces, and featured 2 of them in my podcast as I thought they would be simpler and easier to explain.
However, I prefer my other three, and so I figured I'd post one now.
The other ones wouldn't post, as blogger was messing up the weird formatting, so I just went with this one.
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debauchery! tasting of
salt (& bruised-flesh)
the warMTH of
(,hiding, in)
your MouTH.
through (i’m)
the tonic-s(hit)-stained-s.cum-hole
of a hotelroom.
youheldme
.and it was ok
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So what do you think?
Just figured that this would be a good way to end my cummings filled week.
However, I prefer my other three, and so I figured I'd post one now.
The other ones wouldn't post, as blogger was messing up the weird formatting, so I just went with this one.
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debauchery! tasting of
salt (& bruised-flesh)
the warMTH of
(,hiding, in)
your MouTH.
through (i’m)
the tonic-s(hit)-stained-s.cum-hole
of a hotelroom.
youheldme
.and it was ok
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So what do you think?
Just figured that this would be a good way to end my cummings filled week.
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