Implementing wikis in e-learning
What is a wiki? Collaborative online space Create Edit Restructure content Asynchronous communication
Wikis Can Provide Constructivist Learning Environment Individual interactivity Collaborative learning Cognitive tools Authenticity
Wiki Types Public Everyone can view & edit Protected Everyone can view but only members can edit Private Only members can view and edit
Protected & Private Sites
Wikis Can Also Be A simple website maintained by one or two people.
Wikis Can Also Be A private space for small groups
Wikis Can Also Be Project workspace Selected contributors
Where do they fit?
Ideas for e-learning Collaborative workspace Learning community Social site/getting to know you Student e-portfolios Online journals Research notebooks File sharing space Discussion forum
7 Ways to Use Your Wiki Excellent podcast on wiki uses The image links directly to the audio file
A Few Wiki Resources The E-Learning Coach Links to wikis in e-learning UBC Wiki A space for UBC students, staff and faculty E-learning An e-learning resource site built by student contributors
Wiki Hosts Wikispaces Hosts free sites for K-12 educators PBWorks Hosts free & premium sites Wetpaint May not be suitable for K- 12, but okay for higher education
References Designing and Implementing E-Learning. (2008) Educause. (2010) Elearning Coach. (2010) elearning/ elearning/ PBWorks. (2010) Seitzinger, Joyce. (July 31, 2006). Be Constructive: Blogs, Podcasts, and Wikis as Constructivist Learning Tools podcasts-and-wikis-as-constructivist-learning-tools podcasts-and-wikis-as-constructivist-learning-tools Wikispaces. (2010)