Wikis.pptx

Narrative 

I will introduce my technology inservice using a powerpoint on wikis.  I will explain to the facuilty that wikis are a powerful flexible collaborative communication tool. From an instructional technology perspective, wikis allow teachers and students to engage in collaborative activities that might night be possible in a classroom.  I will also explain to them that students can access and participate from any location, provided they have Internet access.

Activity 1: What is a wiki?

Materials: 

computers with internet access

LCD projector/screen

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmByB0sIPog (web address) What is wiki?

Watch video on wiki.

Activity 2:  Create a wiki

Materials:

computer lab

LCD projector/screen

web address: www.pbwiki.com

email address

After watching video, I will teach teachers how to create a wiki.

Handouts:

Copies of powerpoint will be given out.

7 Things You Should Know About Wiki http://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/ELI7004.pdf