Tuesday 10 December 2019
Tuesday 26 November 2019
Thursday 21 November 2019
Class TikTok Explanation
WALT: Write an explanation
Success Criteria
*Has correct structure
*Relates to the topic
*Ends with a concluding statement
Intro
What is it? - Definition
Tik Tok (previously known as Musical.ly) is one of the most popular apps ever, it is a platform
designed for creating, sharing and discovering 15-60 second long videos which people use to
express themselves. It is known for the use of popular songs being lip-synced to, dancing,
comedy acts, story-times and POV’s (point of views).
designed for creating, sharing and discovering 15-60 second long videos which people use to
express themselves. It is known for the use of popular songs being lip-synced to, dancing,
comedy acts, story-times and POV’s (point of views).
Body
Description
Description
Where did it come from and who created it?
The app Musical.ly was bought in November 2017 by Chinese developer ByteDance,
for markets outside of China. In August 2018 they merged with the app VideoStar and
rebranded the app to TikTok. TikTok is not available in China however the app Douiyn
is the TikTok equivalent app in China, and its servers are based in countries where the
app is available. TikTok owner ByteDance is a $75 billion Chinese tech giant. At the
beginning of 2019 it had 188 million new users.
for markets outside of China. In August 2018 they merged with the app VideoStar and
rebranded the app to TikTok. TikTok is not available in China however the app Douiyn
is the TikTok equivalent app in China, and its servers are based in countries where the
app is available. TikTok owner ByteDance is a $75 billion Chinese tech giant. At the
beginning of 2019 it had 188 million new users.
Who uses it and how did it become successful?
TikTok is available in 154 countries worldwide with 500 million users. 41% of users are
aged between the age of 16-24, 55.6% of users are Male and 44.4% are female. India
has many users (which is interesting because it is banned in India), and accounts for
approximately 25% of app downloads. TikTok is intended for 13+ users according to the
app's community guidelines. The app can be safe for teens with proper parental guidance.
It is successful because social media is a big thing these days and young people are
embracing it because it is easy to use and entertaining.
aged between the age of 16-24, 55.6% of users are Male and 44.4% are female. India
has many users (which is interesting because it is banned in India), and accounts for
approximately 25% of app downloads. TikTok is intended for 13+ users according to the
app's community guidelines. The app can be safe for teens with proper parental guidance.
It is successful because social media is a big thing these days and young people are
embracing it because it is easy to use and entertaining.
It became successful due to the rise of social media through the use of phones and
devices. TikTok’s success is largely due to the popularity of Musical.ly. It is currently
the most popular app in the USA with over 26 million monthly active users. There are
many famous people that use the app such as; Britney Spears, Will Smith, Gordon
Ramsay and The Rock. These famous celebrities bring attention to the app from their
reputations and fan following.
devices. TikTok’s success is largely due to the popularity of Musical.ly. It is currently
the most popular app in the USA with over 26 million monthly active users. There are
many famous people that use the app such as; Britney Spears, Will Smith, Gordon
Ramsay and The Rock. These famous celebrities bring attention to the app from their
reputations and fan following.
Where and why did it get banned?
TikTok has been banned in two different countries; India and Indonesia. In both countries
the governments felt that it encouraged inappropriate content and was targeting youth
and children. Both countries rescinded the bans after TikTok implemented safety protocols
and age verification policies. Currently TikTok is not banned in any countries.
the governments felt that it encouraged inappropriate content and was targeting youth
and children. Both countries rescinded the bans after TikTok implemented safety protocols
and age verification policies. Currently TikTok is not banned in any countries.
How do you use it?
1. Download the app and sign up.
2. Set up your profile.
3. View the video feed.
4. Like, comment, or share videos you enjoy.
5. Search for videos.
6. Follow users via videos. search, or TikCode. (Every profile has a code that can be used to
copy and paste and it will take the user to their profile.)
copy and paste and it will take the user to their profile.)
7. Set up your shot and pick out special effects.
8. Record the video.
9. Post the video (to the public or to your friends) or save it to your drafts.
Conclusion
TikTok is an educational and entertainment app and you can learn from the videos and enjoy
them. TikTok is one of the most popular and most used social media apps currently in the world.
Give it a try and see if you like it.
them. TikTok is one of the most popular and most used social media apps currently in the world.
Give it a try and see if you like it.
Comment:
I think it is peoples choice to download the app. I have never used Tik Tok before and I really dont want to because I would rather play rugby and get outside rather than going on social media. Thanks for reading my post.
Monday 21 October 2019
Sacred
WALT: Understand the Virtue of Sacred (Tapu).
What is the meaning of SACRED?
Something sacred is holy, devoted to a religious ceremony, or simply worthy of awe and respect. ... Sacred is an adjective used to describe a person or thing worthy of worship or declared holy. It usually appears in a religious context, but an object or place set aside for a particular purpose can also be sacred.
Why did I post this?
Because this week at NBC our virtue is Tapu.
This is my photo of a drawing I made super quickly to represent the virtue of Tapu. It is a drawing of a bible and a cross. I drew these because they are sacred and worthy of respect.
What is the meaning of SACRED?
Something sacred is holy, devoted to a religious ceremony, or simply worthy of awe and respect. ... Sacred is an adjective used to describe a person or thing worthy of worship or declared holy. It usually appears in a religious context, but an object or place set aside for a particular purpose can also be sacred.
Why did I post this?
Because this week at NBC our virtue is Tapu.
This is my photo of a drawing I made super quickly to represent the virtue of Tapu. It is a drawing of a bible and a cross. I drew these because they are sacred and worthy of respect.
Thursday 17 October 2019
Tuesday 15 October 2019
Thursday 26 September 2019
Writing
Name: Malachi WALT: Use simple punctuation Date:23/9/19
Subject of paragraph:
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Cristiano Ronaldo
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Neymar Jr
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Lionel Messi
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Famous Football Players
Paragraph 1
We all know that Cristiano Ronaldo is the best football player in the world.
He plays for the Juventus F.C. They are an Italian football club and they
are the best in Italy. Clubs that Ronaldo has played for include all the top
clubs in the world, such as: Manchester United and Real Madrid. Why is
Ronaldo so good? Because he practised football since he was a little boy
and always wanted to be the best he could be. He is 34 years old, was born
on 5 February 1985. He is Portuguese and plays for the Portugal national
team. He earns 31 million Euros a year ($53.9 million NZ dollars). He has
won 29 trophies in his career, including six league titles, five UEFA
Champions Leagues, one UEFA European Championship, and one UEFA
Nations League etc.
He plays for the Juventus F.C. They are an Italian football club and they
are the best in Italy. Clubs that Ronaldo has played for include all the top
clubs in the world, such as: Manchester United and Real Madrid. Why is
Ronaldo so good? Because he practised football since he was a little boy
and always wanted to be the best he could be. He is 34 years old, was born
on 5 February 1985. He is Portuguese and plays for the Portugal national
team. He earns 31 million Euros a year ($53.9 million NZ dollars). He has
won 29 trophies in his career, including six league titles, five UEFA
Champions Leagues, one UEFA European Championship, and one UEFA
Nations League etc.
Paragraph 2
Neymar Jr is also one of the best football players in the world. He plays for
the Paris Saint Germain (PSG) They are a French football club and they
are the best in France. Clubs that Neymar has played for include all the top
clubs in the world, such as: Barcelona and PSG. Why is Neymar so good?
Because he practised football since he was a little boy and always wanted
to be the best he could be. He is 27 years old, was born on 5 February 1992.
He is Brazilian and plays for the Brasilian national team. He earns 36.8
million Euros a year ($64.2 million NZ dollars).
the Paris Saint Germain (PSG) They are a French football club and they
are the best in France. Clubs that Neymar has played for include all the top
clubs in the world, such as: Barcelona and PSG. Why is Neymar so good?
Because he practised football since he was a little boy and always wanted
to be the best he could be. He is 27 years old, was born on 5 February 1992.
He is Brazilian and plays for the Brasilian national team. He earns 36.8
million Euros a year ($64.2 million NZ dollars).
Paragraph 3
Lionel Messi is also one of the best football players in the world. He plays
for FC Barcelona They are a Spainish football club and they are the best
in Spain. Clubs that Messi has played for include all the top clubs in the
world, such as: Argentina national football team and Barcelona. Why is
Messi so good? Because he practised football since he was a little boy and
always wanted to be the best he could be. He is 32 years old, was born on
24 June 1987. He is Argentinian and plays for the Argentinian national team.
He earns 40 million Euros a year ($69.6 million NZ dollars). He has won 30
trophies in his career, including eight league titles, four UEFA Champions
Leagues titles etc.
for FC Barcelona They are a Spainish football club and they are the best
in Spain. Clubs that Messi has played for include all the top clubs in the
world, such as: Argentina national football team and Barcelona. Why is
Messi so good? Because he practised football since he was a little boy and
always wanted to be the best he could be. He is 32 years old, was born on
24 June 1987. He is Argentinian and plays for the Argentinian national team.
He earns 40 million Euros a year ($69.6 million NZ dollars). He has won 30
trophies in his career, including eight league titles, four UEFA Champions
Leagues titles etc.
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