This post contains my Video skills test.This excerise is designed to test my ability to shoot a short video and sucessfully edit where appropriate.
To record the interview I used a FlipCamera and interviewed my father, who maintains and frequently contribututes to S24SU ( a football website & forum maintained by the fans for the fans)
I interviewed him outside Bramall Lane and asked him a few questions about the current season.
The video is hosted courtesy of YouTube and was edited using Windows Movie Maker.
Thursday, 12 November 2009
Tuesday, 10 November 2009
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
Data Skills Test
The World Health Organisation says the spread of swine flu has become a global pandemic. Cases have now been confirmed in over 200 countries and territories around the world
When looking at the bar graph it is evident that the two largest countries have the highest infection rate. Nevertheless, when analyzing Japan’s figures, which is a highly populated country, the data surprisingly depicts a low infection rate.
The majority of the EU countries (Italy, France and Spain) show a low count of confirmed cases, this would usually be expected due a lower population rate, however the UK and Germany surprisingly rank 3rd and 4th highest in confirmed cases
Generally rules govern the denser the population, the higher probability and percentage of increased cases, however the graph illustrates this isn’t always the case that highly populated countries would be affected by swine flu.
Datastore link:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/news/datablog/2009/apr/27/flu-flu-pandemic
Relevent links:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Swineflu/DG_177831
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/8021958.stm
When looking at the bar graph it is evident that the two largest countries have the highest infection rate. Nevertheless, when analyzing Japan’s figures, which is a highly populated country, the data surprisingly depicts a low infection rate.
The majority of the EU countries (Italy, France and Spain) show a low count of confirmed cases, this would usually be expected due a lower population rate, however the UK and Germany surprisingly rank 3rd and 4th highest in confirmed cases
Generally rules govern the denser the population, the higher probability and percentage of increased cases, however the graph illustrates this isn’t always the case that highly populated countries would be affected by swine flu.
Datastore link:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/news/datablog/2009/apr/27/flu-flu-pandemic
Relevent links:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Swineflu/DG_177831
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/8021958.stm
Google Map Skills Test
As part of the skills tests, I have to demonstrate my ability as a Multi-skilled Journalist.
This particular test required me to prove my skills using Google Maps, creating a custom map, using stories I found in the Lancashire Evening Post, then locating the online article, and linking it to my custom map.
Below is the result:
View Map Skills Test in a larger map
This particular test required me to prove my skills using Google Maps, creating a custom map, using stories I found in the Lancashire Evening Post, then locating the online article, and linking it to my custom map.
Below is the result:
View Map Skills Test in a larger map
Monday, 26 October 2009
Image Skills
Here are my examples of how to crop and resize images for a story.
I used Adobe Photoshop to edit, crop and resize my image
Below is the original image
I resized the image to 100x 100 pixel thumbnail
Then created a 400 wide by 300 pixel high image:
And finally cropped to 200 wide by 500 pixels high:
I used Adobe Photoshop to edit, crop and resize my image
Below is the original image
I resized the image to 100x 100 pixel thumbnail
Then created a 400 wide by 300 pixel high image:
And finally cropped to 200 wide by 500 pixels high:
Sunday, 18 October 2009
Big Brother
Channel 4 has force fed its viewers some tools in the past, but round ten may just take the gold. It shouldn't be possible, but it somehow is.
Yes that’s right, Big Brother has been and gone for another year, leaving a massive void in the TV schedule in its wake. Or maybe not. The viewing figures decline year upon year, yet people still watch it. Ponder this, where does big brother sit . TV heaven or TV hell? It’s produced some brilliant moments in the early days, but the last few years of dirge, have ebbed away at our collective love for it.
This years winner Sophie “ Dogface” Reade (see definition for ‘busty blonde) tells casual viewers everything they need to know about where the show is in its life; its on its last legs, shuffling around like a scabby cat. Sure, Sophie is cute, but as interesting as watching paint dry. A typical ditzy blonde, that only won because Nuts readers voted in their millions. Not winner material. Runner up Siavash should have won for his eviction outfit alone.
Past years in the house has produced some truly watchable characters, Nasty Nick, Vain-bum flasher Jason. Idiot-boy Marco. Right said Fred, camp-tastic Dan and Transsexual Nadia. Clearly BB has been void of quality since the old days of yore. No wonder it’s been forced to take an early pension.
Reade plans to spend her winnings on hair extensions and isn't ruling out another boob job.
TV hell then…
Yes that’s right, Big Brother has been and gone for another year, leaving a massive void in the TV schedule in its wake. Or maybe not. The viewing figures decline year upon year, yet people still watch it. Ponder this, where does big brother sit . TV heaven or TV hell? It’s produced some brilliant moments in the early days, but the last few years of dirge, have ebbed away at our collective love for it.
This years winner Sophie “ Dogface” Reade (see definition for ‘busty blonde) tells casual viewers everything they need to know about where the show is in its life; its on its last legs, shuffling around like a scabby cat. Sure, Sophie is cute, but as interesting as watching paint dry. A typical ditzy blonde, that only won because Nuts readers voted in their millions. Not winner material. Runner up Siavash should have won for his eviction outfit alone.
Past years in the house has produced some truly watchable characters, Nasty Nick, Vain-bum flasher Jason. Idiot-boy Marco. Right said Fred, camp-tastic Dan and Transsexual Nadia. Clearly BB has been void of quality since the old days of yore. No wonder it’s been forced to take an early pension.
Reade plans to spend her winnings on hair extensions and isn't ruling out another boob job.
TV hell then…
Tuesday, 28 July 2009
Blades continue Winning Ways at Saltergate
A rare goal from Leigh Bromby, and a well taken spot kick from ex Spireite Jamie Ward gave the Blades a workman like victory at Saltergate.
The opening exchanges between the neighbouring clubs were far from spectacular, but the away fans were first to raise a cheer when United took the lead on 21 minutes through a corner which the Spirerites failed to clear. Bromby was first to react and rifled home from close range.
As the opening half progressed United found their feet and put together a few neat moves and Howard nearly opened his account with a glancing header which was tipped over the bar. Montgomery had the chance moments later to double the lead as he half connected from Little`s cross, but resulted in steering it wide. Chesterfield responded to the Blades pressure on the brink of half time with a jinxing run made by ex-Blade Jack Lester which saw Bennett palm away a Darren Currie effort.
Part way through the second half, the Blades rang the changes. Montgomery and Howard were replaced by Hendrie and Quinn. The ineffectual Sharp, Robertson and Gray were switched for Ward, Cotterill and Reid.
Ward made an instant impact and followed a long ball into the box by Bennett where he was clipped by Hall. Ward stepped up for the penalty and slotted home the Blades second of the evening.
The last quarter of an hour saw Quinn`s flicked header screw wide and Ward raced towards an almost certain third goal of the evening but fired it well wide of the net.
The final whistle blew and the Blades collected a routine victory.
Good night for:
Glen Little: Looked a little tired towards the end, but passed the ball around well and set pieces were not dealt with all night
Jamie Ward: A cut above the rest. Looked hungry and sharp.
Bad night for:
Julian Gray: Didn`t find his rhythm, looked a little lost at times.
Andy Taylor: Perhaps nerves, but didn`t look comfortable on the ball and caught out of position a few times.
http://www.sheffutd.vitalfootball.co.uk/article.asp?a=162576
Teams
Chesterfield: Lee, Picken, Page (Austin 45), Breckin (Hall 45), G. Robertson (Goodall 45), Harsley (Gritton 45), Gray (Darikwa 68), Niven (Kerry 68), Currie (Boden 45), Lester (Bowery 68), Lowry.
Unused: Malak
Blades: Bennett, Bromby, Morgan, Kilgallon, Taylor (Carney 79), Little (Brown 87), Montgomery (Quinn 61), Howard (Hendrie 61), Gray (Reid 61), Sharp (Ward 55), Robertson (Cotterill 68).
Unused: Haber
The opening exchanges between the neighbouring clubs were far from spectacular, but the away fans were first to raise a cheer when United took the lead on 21 minutes through a corner which the Spirerites failed to clear. Bromby was first to react and rifled home from close range.
As the opening half progressed United found their feet and put together a few neat moves and Howard nearly opened his account with a glancing header which was tipped over the bar. Montgomery had the chance moments later to double the lead as he half connected from Little`s cross, but resulted in steering it wide. Chesterfield responded to the Blades pressure on the brink of half time with a jinxing run made by ex-Blade Jack Lester which saw Bennett palm away a Darren Currie effort.
Part way through the second half, the Blades rang the changes. Montgomery and Howard were replaced by Hendrie and Quinn. The ineffectual Sharp, Robertson and Gray were switched for Ward, Cotterill and Reid.
Ward made an instant impact and followed a long ball into the box by Bennett where he was clipped by Hall. Ward stepped up for the penalty and slotted home the Blades second of the evening.
The last quarter of an hour saw Quinn`s flicked header screw wide and Ward raced towards an almost certain third goal of the evening but fired it well wide of the net.
The final whistle blew and the Blades collected a routine victory.
Good night for:
Glen Little: Looked a little tired towards the end, but passed the ball around well and set pieces were not dealt with all night
Jamie Ward: A cut above the rest. Looked hungry and sharp.
Bad night for:
Julian Gray: Didn`t find his rhythm, looked a little lost at times.
Andy Taylor: Perhaps nerves, but didn`t look comfortable on the ball and caught out of position a few times.
http://www.sheffutd.vitalfootball.co.uk/article.asp?a=162576
Teams
Chesterfield: Lee, Picken, Page (Austin 45), Breckin (Hall 45), G. Robertson (Goodall 45), Harsley (Gritton 45), Gray (Darikwa 68), Niven (Kerry 68), Currie (Boden 45), Lester (Bowery 68), Lowry.
Unused: Malak
Blades: Bennett, Bromby, Morgan, Kilgallon, Taylor (Carney 79), Little (Brown 87), Montgomery (Quinn 61), Howard (Hendrie 61), Gray (Reid 61), Sharp (Ward 55), Robertson (Cotterill 68).
Unused: Haber
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