Wikis
Wikis are a Web 2.0 tool that allows individuals to
collaborate and create web pages that are hearty with content. Wikis can be accessed by anyone who has a web
browser using the internet. This actually means that the content information
can be modified at any given time. Overall, groups who use wikis are
researching or accessing information on a similar topic or common project.
Schools and higher education institutions are using wikis to document meeting
notes and agendas. Some schools are using wikis to create eportfolios and
collaborate on research projects. Textbook and article critiques are being
accessed through wikis.
Wikis are a great tool to develop 21st century skills in our students. They have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and professionals to create something that they can feel proud of. It allows for more meaningful learning as they use information they have found and organize it in a way that the information can be used by others.
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