Teaching with wikis to build and share knowledge
- 1. Wiki Workshop Using Wikis to Build and Share Knowledge Valerie Thomas & Daoine Bachran English Department
- 2. Wikis are online writing spaces that allow users to read, create, edit, and share information in an asynchronous setting. What is a Wiki?
- 3. How do Wikis Work? Wikis are easy to use because they use formatting rules similar to those found in a word processor.
- 4. What about changes in a Wiki? Wikis keep a record of previous drafts so it’s possible to revert to a previous draft.
- 5. Who can view your Wiki? Wikis can be viewed by anyone who knows the Wiki web address or only those you invite. They can be edited by anyone you invite.
- 6. Wikis allow the instructor to move away from being the transmitter of information to a facilitator of information. They allow students to construct knowledge (Mindel & Verma) Wikis allow for dialog to occur about a document, research, or project. Wikis blur the lines of authorship and ownership and allow for better collaboration (Lamb). Wikis allow students to reflect on their learning and understand their learning process (Parker & Chao) Wikis are fun for students to use; it breaks the monotony of regular class activities. Why Wiki?
- 7. Develop a project or paper with peer review Provide free-writing space Allow group authoring of a project or paper Track a group project Share research, data, case studies, creative work, etc. Allow student-generated review of course material or course notes Post literature reviews What Ways Can You Wiki?
- 8. Build an annotated bibliography Create a glossary Develop a list of FAQs Keep a journal Establish policies or initiatives Support service learning projects Build a webpage Brainstorm ideas Other Ways to Wiki…
- 9. Joe Moxley, USF What Happens in a Wiki? Exchange of information and knowledge Harnesses the combined resources of all participants for the benefit of all Develops student autonomy and self-directed learning (Mindel & Verma)
- 10. Structured: instructor develops structure based on predetermined ideas Versus Unstructured: students determine structure How should I setup my Wiki?
- 11. Mandate use Provide grading scheme Provide clear instructions for all work done on the Wiki Provide tutorial or demonstrate in class How to get students to participate?
- 12. How do I track participation? Wikis provide the ability to view previous versions track edits made by contributors view comments by contributors
- 13. If you have any questions, please contact us at vthomas@unm.edu or bachran@unm.edu. Thank You