Nicole C. Engard Wikis Collaborate, Connect & Contribute
Outline What is a wiki? Why use a wiki? When to use a wiki? Who’s using wikis? Where to find wikis? Creating our own wiki with WetPaint
What is a Wiki? A wiki is an editable website that does not require users to know HTML. Most have a system to record changes so that at any time, a page can be reverted to any of its previous states. Many wikis even offer the option of password protecting the contents or requiring registration to be able to edit.
Why use a wiki? Easy to learn – no HTML required Easy way to share knowledge Easy way to collaborate across borders Ability to revert back to old versions Ability to track who’s done what & where Fostering collaboration among friends and/or colleagues
When to use a wiki? Great places for brainstorming Use to draft policies A way to share the secretary responsibilities in a meeting Use to gather collective knowledge from colleagues, peers and/or patrons
Who’s using wikis? Businesses, organizations, schools, etc. etc. Libraries: Encyclopedias: Wikipedia ( Encyclopaedia Britannica (
Where to find a wiki? Many free and affordable tools to choose from Wiki Matrix: Demo wiki software: List of wiki software: Start with a freely hosted wiki package to learn the ropes
Wiki Options Remotely Hosted Stored on someone else’s server May have a cost associated with it Limited control Easy to learn Locally HostedTechnical skills requiredYour own web server required (will cost money)Complete controlMore of a learning curve
Let’s Play Go to and sign up for your very own wikiwww.wetpaint.com
Name your Wiki Visit Name your site & choose a URL Click GO!
Describe your Wiki Describe your site Choose a category Decide who can view your site
Who can edit your Wiki? Decide who can edit your site
Pick a Wiki Theme Decide what you want your wiki to look like
Customize your Wiki Confirm your wiki name Upload a logo for your site
Create a WetPaint Account
Invite Wiki Editors
Confirmation Check your for your confirmation Make sure you save this
Let’s Play More Let’s work on the wiki together to see how easy it is!! infolink2009.wetpaint.com
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