Wiki Workshop + practice session

Brought to you by the Geendale ICT committeeSlides can be found at http://greendale-

sciencepw.wikispaces.com

Originated from the Hawaiian language. The word “Wiki” means "quick" or "fast."

Introduction to wikiA web site that lets visitors become participants  

Easy to create/edit No technical knowledge/software needed Interactive features (web 2.0)You need a PC, Internet (& latest Internet browser)All content is not deleted, changes can be tracked

Online collaboration = doing a project online simultaneously When, Who and What

Eg. Wiki-pedia, an online encyclopedia with no “authors” but millions of

contributors and editors.

Wiki Vs BlogWiki Blog

Collaborative website can be directly edited by anyone who has access

Personal website (online journal) with entries appearing in sequence as written

Many people can contribute their experiences and knowledge

Usually edited and maintained by 1 person

Discussions can take place on pages or in the discussion forum

Discussions take place in the comments of a post, must be approved by blogger.

Easy to create and edit. No HTML required.

Also create and edit. But HTML is useful to make the pages nicer.

Dreamweaver

Before we beginInternet Browser VersionInternet explorer 8orMozilla Firefox

EditingFormatting Text Insert tablesInsert Pictures, files

LinkingLink to other pages within the wikiLink to other pages outside the wikiLinking to within the page (anchors)

Member ManagementManage Wiki

Invite new membersWiki permissionsWiki statistics

Recent Changes History records (By page)Notifications

RSS Feeds (using MS Outlook)Email

Changing the designManage my wiki (Requires latest browser)

Settings Look and Feel

Theme and colours Logo

Creating banners with PowerPoint

For help with other wiki features or tips and resourcesWidgetsPls refer to the online help http://

www.wikispaces.com/help+index

or the science PW wikihttp://greendale-sciencepw.wikispaces.com

Practice Assignment Create a one page Topic is Greendale Secondary CCABe sure to include on your page

HeadingsTextImagesAt least one hyperlink

Net-Etiquette Do unto others, as you'd have others do unto

you.Do not TYPE ALL IN CAPITAL LETTERS.Don’t be rude, abusive and use bad language

online.Don’t send rude/offensive e-mails or postings.Always identify yourself.Make a good impression.

Spelling, grammar count and paragraph formatting

Be patient with newcomers.

Things to remember when participating in a discussion group:

Before asking or responding in a newsgroup, take the time to read about the discussion before replying

Stick to the topic of the discussion groupWhen quoting someone, use only the

portion of the quote that is absolutely necessary

Avoid "flame wars"Don't send personal messages to an entire

newsgroup (use e-mail instead)