Learning+About+Wikis

Meagan Dalrymple Katie Millet Alexa Bryant

A wiki allows you to create a page that is editable not only by you but by group members, allowing a group to contribute to one document. What I learned from this article is how effective wikis can be while collaborating with other teachers across the country or even the world. Wikipedia is a wiki that many people are familiar with, on this site viewers can add and edit information. Because wikis allow anyone to edit, they have a history feature which allows the wiki to be taken back to a better version.

1. Elements of a wiki: - Creating new pages - Anyone that is a member can edit - Link external sources to the wiki - Post pictures and upload files

2. What did you like about the different wikis? - Each one was personalized and had it's own creative design - They all had different purposes - It connected classrooms from all over the world

3. What are the pros and cons of the different wikis you explored: Pros: - Good way to present information - Allows other people's input - Teaches lesson such as biology

Cons: - Any member can edit - Not always reliable sources - Organization of the pages can be messy

4. Describe what it takes to manage a wiki: - Time - Always under construction so you need to check often - Knowledge of how to work the wiki - Creativity

5. What do you think about wikis for student use. Have 2 examples: - Wikis have a good use for students because even if you're in a different class room you can share notes - Students can share information and ideas - Review lessons

6. Explain how educators could use wikis in a classroom: - Teachers can use wikis to keep parents connected to the classroom. - They can provide slideshows as learning opportunities - Questions can be answered with easy access

7. The Best Wiki This wiki stood out to our group because of all the glogs it is linked to. The connection it provides for educators around the world is impressive.