WIKIS

=**Wikis**= a Wiki is software that allows you to create, edit and link webpages easily. Wikis allow anyone to create and edit with little knowledge of HTML code. They can have a pass code so only certain people can edit the pages. Do you know what is the most used wiki in the world? media type="youtube" key="-dnL00TdmLY" height="334" width="411"


 * Free Wiki Sites:**
 * [|Wikispaces for Teachers] (Joyce's pick)
 * [|PB Wiki For Education]
 * [|MediaWiki]
 * [|Wikia]
 * [|Tiddlywiki]
 * [|Wet Paint]
 * [|Wiki.com] (for searching wikispace)


 * How to Use Wikis In the Classroom:**
 * Communicate with parents
 * Create a class website where students can input their information and pictures
 * Publish Slide Shows and photos
 * Share ideas and resources with other teachers or professionals
 * Post questions for students to answer or review
 * Publish notes or information after teaching
 * Post a forum for students to comment on books
 * create collaborative online glossaries or dictionaries.
 * set up class projects
 * create pathfinders
 * Provide a "launch" space for students work (each student would have his/her own page to post work)
 * create a template for student reports


 * Wiki Examples:**
 * Bethel Kid's Wiki
 * Let's Go West(3rd Grade Wiki)
 * Code Blue-Human Systems(6th grade)
 * Mrs. Abernethy's Gorillas(5th grade)
 * Our Wiki Home