All About Content
by Kim Shultz, Webmistress
Kimmy's Atheist Site
15 February 2001
"The two main types of awards are for web site design and
web site content," says Kim. "Both of them are worthy
causes, but one, web site content, better suits certain goals
of awarding." She takes a close look at content on the
Web. What it is, how much a site should have, how to present
it, and criteria for judging it. "A web site may have a
beautiful voice, but without content it will remain silent." |
Replying to Applicants
by Karen Pimtzner, Webmistress
petalperfect Mosaic Gallery
15 January 2001
This article takes a look at the letters that award givers send
to applicants for their awards. "The words that we write
are as important, if not more important, than the award we present,"
says Karen. "They can make an award program thrive and
grow, or quickly fade away." Using examples, she examines
letters to winners and non-winners and the possible impact they
have on the recipients. |
A Winning Evaluation Team
by Jef Peace, Webmaster
PeaceWork Certified Sites
2 January 2001
This article discusses motivations for assembling an evaluation
team, methods of finding evaluators, tips on how to keep the
team together, and advice on how to make sure your team remains
effective. "Assembling an evaluation team is probably one
of the most rewarding experiences you can have," says Jef.
"Keeping the team working as a unit will guarantee the
success of your awards program." |
Anatomy of a Winning Website
by Monika Carter, Webmistress
TMC Designs
1 December 2000
"Why are some websites with seemingly similar design and
content more successful than others?" This article focuses
on content, layout and navigation as key elements which can
make all the difference when it comes to winning awards. "Following
the suggestions (in this article) will not guarantee you instant
success," says Monika, "but hopefully it will point
you in the right direction." |
The Role of Evaluators
by Richard Berends, Webmaster
The Maestro Awards of Excellence
15 November 2000
"You need to understand that your website gets evaluated
by human beings — not machines — when you apply for
awards." This article discusses the types of evaluators,
the value of an evaluation panel, and the best and worst experiences
of evaluators. "We are human with feelings, but we can't
let them cloud our judgement," says Richard. "We are
impartial partners in Web excellence!" |
How Many is Too Many?
by Jef Peace, Webmaster
PeaceWork Certified Sites
1 November 2000
How many awards can a site earn before it is considered excessive?
To answer this question, "we have to examine why a webmaster
would want even one award," says Jef. "What are the
motivators? Then we should look at the flip side of the coin.
Why would anyone want to offer an award?" Based on this
in-depth analysis, he draws a conclusion about how many is too
many. |
Behind the Awards Scene
by Richard Berends, Webmaster
The Maestro Awards of Excellence
15 October 2000
"Ever wondered what really happens behind the scene after
you hit the 'Submit' button?" asks Richard. He describes
the inner workings of the evaluation process at Maestro Awards,
including the database entries, pre-screening, evaluation procedure,
scoring and notification to winners. "I will try to show
you that awarding sites is a huge undertaking, and it should
not be taken for granted." |
Why Are You Applying For
Awards?
by Jef Peace, Webmaster
PeaceWork Certified Sites
1 September 2000
"If personal glory is your sole motivation in seeking awards,"
says Jef, "you're bound to suffer ego damage and will most
likely offend a lot of people along the way." This article
explores awards as a way to receive objective evaluations of
your design and shows you how to ask award givers for a critique
of your website. "It is up to you to take the extra steps
needed to acquire the desired information." |
The 3-Year Quest
by Rob Ford, Webmaster
Treecity
15 August 2000
This article describes the author's three-year quest for the
Superb! 100 Award. "If you want something bad enough, you
can and will achieve it," says Rob. "Be persistent
and focus on the goal. It has taken me nearly three years and
at times I felt like pulling my modem cable out of the wall.
Try to be different and original and be prepared to completely
scrap a site and start again." |
Have You Got What It Takes?
by John Etling, Co-Webmaster
Everything You Need to Know About the Giant Panda©
1 August 2000
"So you want to offer a website award to people. One that
stands out as a quality awards program. Do you think you have
what it takes?" John talks about some of the keys to creating
a quality program, such as desire and commitment, focusing your
awards, being friendly, and using a panel of evaluators. "Ask
for advice," he says, "keep an open mind and be willing
to take a few bruises along the way." |
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