Wikis_and_Blogs

Wikis and Blogs are both highly usable teaching and learning tools. Teach students the positives of collaborative learning through use of Wikis, and the new Common Core emphasis on writing throughout the curriculum can be assisted through use of Blogs. Review the sites below to get started in use of Wikies and Blogs.


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 * What is a Wiki? ||  || Take a look at Wikipedia's definition of a Wiki - they should know! ||
 * Wikis in Plain English ||   || This video provides a quick overview of Wikis in general as well as possible educational uses. ||
 * Using Wikis in the Classroom ||   || This "about Wikis" wiki explains their use in education; it was created in PBWorks rather than Wikispaces. ||
 * What is a Blog? ||  || Another definition by Wikipedia ||
 * Blogs in Plain English ||  || This is another clever intro by Lee Lefever. ||
 * Blogger ||  || Blogger is one of the more popular free blogger sites. ||