When it comes to monetizing a blog, most of us think of Google’s AdSense program first. It’s by far the most widely used and continues to be a great source of revenue for bloggers worldwide.

But for bloggers who are new to the world of AdSense, finding accurate and up-to-date information on the best strategies for implementing AdSense can prove a daunting task. And for those of us who have been using AdSense for months or even years, we find ourselves wondering if we should be making changes to improve our returns.

In this series of articles, “Making Sense out of AdSense in 2010,” Blogger Pros offers a fresh perspective on what it looks like to effectively utilize AdSense in today’s cyberworld.

Part 1: What doesn’t work for AdSense in 2010

These tired tactics are ready to be retired. Some of them could actually cost you money, or even get you banned from AdSense. Are you avoiding these at all costs?
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Part 2: What works for AdSense in 2010

These three methods are the best ways to guarantee high-performing AdSense results. If you’re not using them to maximize your AdSense revenue, you should be.
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Part 3: Is AdSense still the best way to monetize your blog?

This article looks at what has changed since the inception of AdSense and how it affects you as a publisher. Learn how to make sure that you’re better off despite of, or in some cases because of, these changes.
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Part 4: Alternatives to AdSense

If you’re ready to take a different or supplemental strategy, you’re not alone. Here are some of our recommendations for branching out in your ad incorporation strategy.
Article available Thursday, January 14, 2010.

Part 5: Who will make money with AdSense in 2010

Some websites will see excellent profit yields from AdSense this year, while others will finish the year wondering what happened. Here’s how to make sure you’re in the winning category.
Article available Friday, January 15, 2010.