Wikis+Class

This workshop explores the use of wikis for collaborative teaching and learning in higher education. Wikis both in Blackboard and on the web will be investigated.

Objective:

 * Be able to setup and administer a wiki
 * Be familiar with techniques for fostering collaboration
 * Be familiar with the editorial process for Wikipedia
 * Understand how wikis can enhance teaching & learning

**Resources:** > > > >  //Wikis are quickly becoming one of the most vital Web 2.0 tools in 21st Century Learning due to their dual nature. Not only do they serve as a website, but they act as a working document that promotes collaboration. With so many wiki applications and sites on the internet, it can become overwhelming to begin the publication process. This workshop will help you and your teams determine which application will suit your needs and help you create a wiki space that will be successful in meeting your goals.//
 * [|Blogs vs. Wikis]
 * [|Wikis in Plain English]
 * [|It Happened Here] (One of Steve's class wiki's)
 * Workshop Description**

**Workshop Goals**

//Participants will// **Workshop Modules** [|**Pre-Assessment**] - //before beginning the training, please take a few minutes to complete the pre-assessment survey.// > > http://www.slideshare.net/cliotech/wikis-in-education > http://coolcatteacher.wikispaces.com/
 * 1) di scuss the purpose and usefulness of wikis to a professional learning community,
 * 2)  e valuate various models of wikis to determine quality and ease of use,
 * 3) **c** **reate a wiki using various on-line resources,**
 * 4) d  iscover ways to integrate wikis into educational settings.
 * 1)  [|Introduction to Wikis]
 * 2) [|Essentials for Successful Wikis]
 * 3) [|Create your own Wiki]
 * 4) [|Wikis & Education]
 * 5) [|Rate your wiki!]