Exploring the wiki sites was interesting because I remember being introduced to wikis about seven years ago. It felt new and innovative. It was really a launching point for me to bring technology into the classroom. As I transitioned into using Google Docs (before I even started using Google Drive), I remember I would post a link to a shared Google Doc on my class website for students to access and collaborate. At that point, I believe I still referred to the Google Doc as a wiki.
I liked accessing the PBWiki and seeing what others had posted. A feature I liked about this is that users had to create an account to access the wiki. While I could have been anyone, at least now the wiki owner knows who has access. One problem I am having with google Docs is that sometimes I do not know who is typing what. With wikis, I use to assign colors, so I would know who contributed what, but with Google, often my students show up as “Anonymous Animal.” Other times, their names appear. I need to figure this out. It might be a setting my school district has put in place.
Here is an example of a “wiki” I created. It is actually a Google Doc that was used the same way a wiki would be used.
Creative Communicator:
Students communicate clearly and express themselves creatively for a variety of purposes using the platforms, tools, styles, formats and digital media appropriate to their goals.
Students:
a. choose the appropriate platforms and tools for meeting the desired objectives of their creation or communication.
b. create original works or responsibly repurpose or remix digital resources into new creations.
c. communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively by creating or using a variety of digital objects such as visualizations, models or simulations.
d. publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.
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