Blogger Basics for Students

This video tutorial guides students on setting up and managing a blog using Google Blogger. It covers account setup, creating a blog, navigating the dashboard, creating and editing posts, embedding YouTube videos, and publishing and sharing posts. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using a personal Google account for long-term access and provides practical steps for each process, helping students learn basic website management skills.

Why is it important to choose the right Google account when setting up a blog?

• To have a professional email address

• To get more storage space

• To ensure the blog is accessible after graduation

• To access premium themes

What should students consider when choosing a display name for their blog?

• It should be a non-identifying name

• It should be their full name

• It should be the same as their email address

• It should include their birth year

What is the first step in creating a new blog on Blogger?

• Choosing a theme

• Clicking on 'Create New Blog'

• Creating a display name

• Selecting a blog address

What should you do if your desired blog address is already taken?

• Choose a different theme

• Add numbers to the address

• Use uppercase letters

• Try a different address until one is available

What is the purpose of the Blogger dashboard?

• To view the blog as visitors see it

• To manage posts, layout, and theme

• To share the blog on social media

• To purchase a domain

How can students submit their blog assignments to their teacher?

• By copying the URL into Schoology

• By sharing the blog on social media

• By emailing the blog URL

• By printing the blog page

What is the recommended method for adding images to a blog post?

• Use a URL link

• Upload from the computer

• Draw directly on the blog

• Copy and paste from the internet

How can a YouTube video be embedded into a blog post?

• By taking a screenshot of the video

• By downloading the video

• By copying the video URL

• By using the embed code from YouTube

What is one benefit of using Blogger for students?

• It automatically grades assignments

• It offers unlimited storage

• It helps in learning HTML and website management

• It provides free domain names

What should be done after finishing a blog post to make it visible online?

• Publish the post

• Email it to friends

• Save it as a draft

• Share it on social media