Wiki+Tips

= **Wiki Tips** = **GTC Cohort** **November 11, 2010**

** Wiki web address: **__ http://gtcohort.wikispaces.com __
 * Using Microsoft Word files from the Wiki:**
 * Be sure when you open/download the file that you SAVE AS (filename) to your H drive or to a jump drive. DO NOT SAVE TO THE ORIGINAL FILE! Others need access to the file template and will be able to change whatever you’ve put in there – your information will then be lost!


 * Making changes or adding information:**
 * This Wiki is for the use of everyone in the cohort. All members are encouraged to edit or add information (or you can send to Cindy T. and I’ll post it for you.). HOWEVER – PLEASE let others know when you do make changes – especially the Wiki Administrator (Cindy Thompson).


 * Discussion tab:**
 * Check in at least once a week (or more often?) to share information and comment on other members’ posts. Utilize the wiki to expand your ability to exchange information with and provide help to each other whenever it’s convenient for YOU!

**// Expand Your Technology Use in the Classroom //**
 * K-12 Classroom Wikis – It’s** **FREE****! – set up on __www.wikispaces.com__**
 * Consider using a wiki in your classroom with your students. //For example://
 * **Exam review**: Encourage students to share review notes and other helpful pieces of information on your classroom’s wiki.
 * **Vocabulary lists**: Encourage students to submit words that they had trouble with, along with a dictionary entry, photos, etc.
 * **Cooperative learning.** ** Create exploratory projects **together. Have students collect and share information on the wiki to benefit the entire class.
 * **Program tour**: Get your class to take photos of your program and write about their favorite projects; then share it with the rest of your school and your local community.
 * **Use wikis as a hub**: Share student projects online; ask them to link to it or upload it to the wiki so that everyone can use it.
 * **Increase communication**: Use technology to create an open line of communication between all stakeholders – students, parents, teachers, community members – as part of the educational process.