Taropanda contains articles about a wide variety of topics,including health and beauty, food, entertainment, medical issues, schools, relationships, and current events. There are actually a lot of things to expect from this site. Many of them are really very interesting. The blog seems to be about everything, but if you explore it, you will know that the blogger is really passionate particularly about food and topics related to medicine. The theme and the tone of the blog suggest that it is intended for teen audience.
What’s to like about the site
One thing I like about the blog is its theme. The design is simple, but at the same time attractive. The color combinations are appealing to the eyes as well. The theme is a great choice for it complements the content of the blog. Like the design, the entries are light in tone and as interesting as the colors in the design.
One of the interesting entries is the Random + Weird Medical Stuff. The post contains different medicine-related ideas that are surprising and insightful. Aside from the entries, I also like the layout of the site. It is very easy to navigate. In the category “Blogs that I Like,” for instance, you can have a view of the list of blogs in the subcategory just by hovering the cursor on it.
What’s not to like about the site
I think it would be more fun if the blogger includes videos and several interesting photos in the homepage. This will make the site more interactive, refreshing, and appealing to readers. But, this is only a minor concern. Overall, I like the site because of its well-written articles and diverse topics to offer. It seems like the blogger really is passionate about life.
NursingNet is a site dedicated to nursing students and those who are aspiring to enter nursing schools. The site provides news on issues related to nursing. Aside from this, the site also provides tips and advice that could help many nursing students. Some entries throw frequently asked questions. For example, there is a question about an NCLEX-RN review book. This post is really useful to many nursing students.
What’s to like about the blog
One thing I like about the blog is the question section. I think this is a very important part of a blog dedicated to helping students. This section is very useful to a lot of nursing students. Another thing I like about the site is that the approach is really appealing to students. Unlike other blogs with similar topics, this one has a friendlier and less formal approach when it comes to the tone. The blog does not only inform students, but also encourages students to raise questions. This blog also discusses things that are really relevant to nursing students. The tips and advice are really practical and very useful. The layout is also good. I find the blog easy to navigate.
What’s not to like about the blog
There are a few things I don’t find appealing about this blog. One is the design. The design should have complemented the approach of the entries. It seems to me that the design is too formal. Except for the logo, the overall design is stiff and very formal. I also find the color less appealing. I think there is a better choice of color for this site. Overall, the site is good. It just needs a little improvement with the design. An attractive color and design can make a significant difference to this site.
Med Obsession is a blog written by a medical student in order to share her experiences in med school and in hospital work. A good example of this post is Postpartum Hemorrhage. In this blog, she shares not only her experiences in the field of medicine, but also her experiences as a student of life. She also talks about her family and friends. There is also a useful section for advice.
Things to like about Med Obsession
One of the things I like about Med Obsession is the theme, which is quite attractive. I also like the layout of the blog. The site is easy to explore because of this design feature. The categories are strategically placed in the upper left part of the layout, where they are easily seen. Another thing that makes this site excellent is its neatness. The sections in the home page are located in places that make the home page look well-organized. The neatness of the blog and the color of the theme are very refreshing to the eyes. Although the blog has wide empty spaces, it does not look bare. The wide expanse even encourages visitors to explore the site further. The entries are good and the style is consistent that I am really convinced that the posts are only written by a single person. The topics didn’t fail to arouse my interest as well.
Things that are not really very impressive about Med Obsession
Overall, I don’t find any serious problem with the blog. I only think that one of the minor issues is that the blog lacks pictures and other images. Since the approach of the blogger is personal, it would be better if she also provides photos related to her experiences. Occasional posting of video clips could also add to the appeal of the site.
Inquarta is a site dedicated to providing readers with graduate school admissions advice. In order to avail the full services Inquarta provides, clients need to sign up. The site advertises Inquartas’s other products such as books on med school admissions and premed admissions planner. The site also provides updates regarding med school tuition increase and other related topics posted on the blog.
Unique things about this site
Inquarta is a professional-looking site, but it does not sacrifice creativity. Although the site is simple, there are images that render creativity. The homepage, for instance, has a very cool image. This alone can hold the attention of the readers and even first-time visitors. The posts are also very interesting. Many entries start with attention-grabbing cues. Another thing I like about the entries is that they’re very informative. The entries that give advice are very concise–they’re brief but they’re able to explain important ideas very well.
I find the “Recent” and “Most Commented” categories very useful. The links to various sites are also very useful. The interface is good because the site encourages navigation. The layout is really excellent. I find it easy to search for the information I need. Without saying it outright, the site gives me a reason to explore further.
Not-so-impressive things about the site
Some entries are so short that they leave me hanging and wanting for more info. Although brevity is a good point, some posts are really very short that they fail to satisfy my curiosity about the topic. I am also bothered by the double posting of an entry. The August 20 entry about the Swiss Government selling UBS stake was posted twice. Well, there’s a slight difference between the URLs of the two posts. I guess it was done on purpose, but I don’t see why there’s a need to post the same entry twice.
Advisor’s Corner is intended for those who are interested in taking up medicine. The articles on this blog, such as the Top Ten Pieces of Advice for Aspiring and Successful Pre-Meds, are obviously written for premed students who want to be in the know. The blog aims at providing a useful resource for med-related issues and concerns. You get the impression that it was created by professionals for aspiring med school students.
The strong points
One of the strong points I see on the site is its layout. The layout and design are reallly professional-looking. The photos of the developers in the home page also help to establish the credibility of the site. The formality of the theme and the photo of the blog’s developers make it seem professional. This is, of course, a very important factor especially if you’re writing about med school advice and tips. In terms of content, the site has well-written articles. The med-related topics highlighted in the blogs are, indeed, very helpful for med school applicants and med school students. The style and tone of the entries are very consistent.
The weak points
What I don’t like about the blog is its very simple design. The colors should be made more attractive. Adding some colors to the site would make it more appealing to visitors. It could also encourage visitors to explore the site. The developers should also improve the frequency of posting entries. Although the entries are excellent, they’re too few. I look forward to seeing more posts. Hopefully, authors will find time to contribute more. I’d also appreciate it if subheadings will be in set in bold face. This typeset will defenitely make reading the entries easier. I can easily spot the information I need to know or the subtopics that really interest me.
