1. WIKIS INTRODUCTION AND DEMONSTRATION Katherine Fu & Mei-Lin Yeh

2. Does this look familiar to you?

3. Wikis = Collaboration Wonderful tool to engage interpersonal intelligent learners within same or different districts (Teachers new to Wiki)

4. History  WikiWikiWeb was the first wiki site.  In 1994, Ward Cunningham developed the first wiki software.  WikiWikiWeb, originally described as "the simplest online database that could possibly work.“  "Wiki" is a Hawaiian word for "fast“ and can be expanded as "What I Know Is“.  A shuttle ran between airport’s terminals called “Wiki Wiki” at Honolulu International Airport. Therefore, the Wiki was named instead of “quick” by Mr. Cunningham. (adopted from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki

5. Background  A wiki is a collection of Web pages designed to enable anyone with access to contribute or modify content, using a simplified markup language.  Wikis are often used to create collaborative websites and to power community websites. For example, Wikipedia is one of the best-known wikis.  In early 2000s, Wikis were used in business to provide intranet, project communication, and documentation.  Today, not only do companies use wikis, but also schools and universities use wikis to enhance group learning. (adopted from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiki

6. So what are Wikis exactly? For Visual Learners, we are using this way to explain what are wikis… Wiki in plain English

7. Available online Wikis Spaces Wiki SpacesCommentsWeb links Writing WikiFor studentshttp://writingwiki.org WikipediaFree encyclopediahttp://www.wikipedia.org WikibooksOnline library and educational textbook http://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Main_P age Teaching WikiFor teachers to brainstorm teaching contents, pedagogy, and research ideas http://teachingwiki.org/default.aspx /TeachingWiki/Home%20Page.html PbwikiPrivate companyhttp://pbwiki.com/ WetpaintPrivate companyhttp://www.wetpaint.com WikispacesInstructionalTechnologyClasswww.wikispaces.com

8. Demonstration of Wikis  Subscribe as wikispaces members  Join the Instructional Technology Class group  http://instructionaltechnologyclass.wikispaces.com/ http://instructionaltechnologyclass.wikispaces.com/  Accept members to join the group (Wiki space manager)  Wikis Activities

9. Activity Instruction  0 - 5 mins:  Group 1: Class Activity_Page 1  Group 2: Class Activity_Page 2  Group 3: Class Activity_Page 3  Group 4: Class Activity_Page 4  6 -10 mins:  Group 1: Class Activity_Page 2  Group 2: Class Activity_Page 3  Group 3: Class Activity_Page 4  Group 4: Class Activity_Page 1

10. Application of Wikis in Education  Science Science Fair Projects  History Research materials related to a historical event or people and are required to post their reflection and questions.  Art/Humanics Scriptwriting  Health/Physical education Collaborate health lifestyle behaviors, and how we enhance our health and stay active.

11. Application of Wikis cont.  Math Students work in groups to solve challenging word problems.  Literature Students read the same literature chapters and then are required to answer questions about the materials and pose questions for discussion.  Higher Education Collaborate on lesson plans or research projects between colleagues in same discipline or inter-disciplines by posting feedback or suggestions on wikis.

12. How teachers introduce wikis to students?  Introduce the rules for writing on wikis.  Developing a system for recording the efforts and accomplishments of individuals.  Talk with students about the conventions they will establish for co-authoring.  Create own style guide and culture.  Ask students to play particular roles “Guard” (Teachers new to Wiki)

13. Pros and Cons  No need to know HTML.  Anyone can write on wikis.  Writing process can be seen.  Password protected, intra- or inter- organization(s) communication.  No authorship/ownership will be claimed on wikis.  Not a presentation space nor a course management.  Not a good idea for visuals and design options.  Not good for those who are uncomfortable with public writing. (Teachers new to Wiki) AdvantagesDisadvantages

14. References  Education World What is wiki? http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/techtorial/techtorial098b.shtml http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/techtorial/techtorial098b.shtml Script Writing http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/techlp/techlp054.shtml http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/techlp/techlp054.shtml Tech lesson http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/archives/techlp.shtml http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/archives/techlp.shtml  Wikis in plain English http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=c04c7bfc822caf7c7459  Teachers new to Wiki http://writingwiki.org/default.aspx/WritingWiki/For%20Teachers%20New%20to%20Wikis. html  Wikis in K-12 classroom http://wik.ed.uiuc.edu/index.php/Wiki_in_a_K-12_classroom  Using Wikis in Math Classes http://teachertipstraining.suite101.com/article.cfm/using_wikis_in_math_classes