Thing 8 Wiki evaluations and thoughts
Vicki Davis’s article on her first wiki was encouraging. It reminded me of Nike’s motto of “just do it!” I tend to wait until everything is perfect and use it as a delay to starting something new. Ms. Davis is a true role model in getting a new project snowballing! I am still fulminating with how I could incorporate wiki’s in the library curriculum. some ideas but nothing solid yet.
Comments on 4 wiki’s…..
Wiki #1 The Thousand Project (elementary 3rd Grade)
I enjoyed the concept of this page. Very positive for elementary grades perception of the world. Although ’short & sweet’, it was well organized and the content was age appropriate. One questions I have regarding this wiki is… How to you publicize your wiki? (tags? Mass Mailings? etc.?)
Wiki #2 Flat Classroom Project 2007
Such a rich site. Truly illustrates the concept of world-wide collaboration. Very rich with embedded videos and useful links and a great navigation sidebar. The keynote address was great! I can see why it won awards. Question I had is…What is a NING (just a commercial wiki space or blog space)?
Wiki #3 Grazing for Digital Natives
My favorite. I loved the avatar from Voki. I must try this myself. Made for a neat and unique introduction. Good navigation sidebar. Had many embedded appropriate videos. It was a little slow to load but definitely a wiki I will add to my bookmarks and delicious site. A great resource as a review for this course!
Wiki #4 Room 15 Wiki (6th Grade Page)
Fun project to do to introduce the students to the power of publishing and sharing. Clean, neat layout. I particularly enjoyed the caveats regarding spelling and grammar. Also, the invitation to parents and teachers to participate. I would have like to see a sidebar and some student reviews of their experiences during this project. I do think it is easier for them at younger ages than on the high school level.
