Wiki Wiki Learning

Knowledge shared is knowledge multiplied

What is a wiki?• An Hawaiian bus service

• A website or similar online resource which allows users to add and edit content collectively.

• A tool for developing shared knowledge

Why use a Wiki?• To engage students in knowledge creation

• To develop skills of critique and review

• To allow for instant publication of student research and ideas

• To hand over knowledge taxonomy to students

How do Wikis work in Janison?

• Insert a wiki into a module page as a new Framework Activity

• Develop a start page with – Purpose– Definitions– Main sections– Link to instructions

Syntax[this is a link in square brackets]ThisIsAPascalCaseLink!This is Heading 1!!This is Heading 2 (etc)Elements: look like this when you type them

Wiki Tools• Track changes

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How do I assess a Wiki?

• Wiki Rbrics have been developed to assist teachers apply standards to Wiki contributions

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