Week #8 http://k12learning20.wikispaces.com
Exploring the listed education wikis was fun, and time consuming. I selected two wikis that would help me become more proficient with technology and instruction. The first one is K12Learning2.0. This site had resources for training options which would really help me. The second one is Clio Tech, this wiki had options for more specific learning and certifications with Google, Diigo to mention the ones that I am familiar.
Classroom use of the wiki has advantages and disadvantages as with any tool. Students will learn how to work cooperatively with their peers. The advantage of this peer review process is a healthier student self esteem as an author and creator. The wiki would also reinforce the need to check on the validity of data used in their writing. A wiki can give students time for reflection on what they have read. Taking time to think is a skill that will help the students through out their life.
The challenge of verifying valid content can be a daunting process, so the students will need strategies for checking on content validity. A second challenge is the possibility of cyber bullying. Again, this can be addressed with a clear understanding of information literacy and clarifying what is appropriate and what is not.
A wiki has great potential for students and staff in their quest for knowledge.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
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3 comments:
Connie,
I like the networked teacher wheel that is on display on the home page of the site that you have referenced. It is a complete picture of all the ways that teachers can using technology in todays classroom. Thanks for sharing
Connie, you did a great job on this blog post. As I stated in a reply to your DB, I think wikis are a perfect way to teach the dangers of cyber-bullying. "With great power comes great responsibility." Many people think SpiderMan said this but it was actually his Uncle Ben:)
Hi Connie,
You bring up a good point on fact checking. I think a lot of this depends on the wiki you are visiting. For example you might have to do a more extensive fact check on a random wikispaces wiki as apposed to a wikipedia page. Not to say there aren't any errors on wikipedia, but in my experience the wikipedia community are pretty much on top of keeping information as accurate as possible.
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