7 Web 2.0 Basics: Free Web Tools to Make Work Easier

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And if you can do that,

Which have you done? Let’s try it!!!

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Possible Group Assignments

Sample Wikis

Grading WIKIs – Sample rubric 20Individual Contribution Averaged by group rating of individual members’ contribution and instructor rating. The group must include a link to a page of acknowledgements on which individuals list their contributions. GROUP GRADE 20ContentCovers the topic in depth with details, demonstrations, examples, images, etc. Include factually accurate. Demonstrates complexity of the topic. APA citations used appropriately and correctly, when paraphrasing, quoting or summarizing, in text and in references. 10OrganizationContent is well-organized, uses headings or bulleted lists as well as a table of contents. 10Hyperlinks to sources Provide working, appropriate hyperlinks to sources that provide additional information about the topic. 15Original, intelligent wording Provide a summary of key points, findings, etc., related to the topic. Do not copy! Always cite appropriately. 15Accuracy (- 1 each up to 15 points) No misspellings, grammatical or APA errors. No HTML errors in wiki (e.g., broken links, missing images). APA citations used appropriately and correctly, when paraphrasing, quoting or summarizing, in text and in references. 10Visual Appeal Graphics are used as needed and add to the message. Graphics are not distracting and used where needed to further explain a topic. If does not look cluttered. Extra Credit (up to 10 points) Uses technology in a creative way, or in a way that is above and beyond what is expected. For example, links to a well designed PowerPoint created by the work group; includes a link to a video of one participant demonstrating a particular skill or technique.

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Some Extra Cool Tools:

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Holland Review $300

Scavenger hunt question

Creating a scavenger hunt

Other Ideas

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Closing Thoughts