A+Guide+to+Wikispaces

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= = =Please see the following document (below) that explains what a Wikispace is and its functions in the classroom. The document also has screenshots to help guide teachers as they build their own space and collaborate with colleagues. =

= = =New to Wikispaces? Read the following document for step-by-step instructions. =



=View the following YouTube videos that explain Wikispaces and how to use them in order to work, share, and learn from others. =

= Wikispaces Classroom - Tutorial 1 =

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=Wikispaces Classroom - Tutorial 2 =

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=Wikispaces Classroom - Tutorial 3 =

media type="custom" key="25747640" =Please read the following reflection when it comes to sharing Web tools such as Wikispaces in the classroom. =

= Performance Problem =

=//Problem //= = A problem that is faced by an Instructional Technology Specialist is teaching students and staff how to embrace and utilize technology in a positive manner in the classroom. Time management is the real hindrance when it comes to using technology. One of the main problem is how to utilize technology properly. Teachers and students do not have time in class to research new Web tools or simply do not know where or how to start. = = = = = =//Solving the Problem //= =Teachers and students will set goals and objectives. Teachers will be pretested by navigating a Wikispace created by NCDPI, and students will view a Wikispace created by the instructor so that knowledge of the material can be obtained. Teachers and students will work in teams of four in order to ask questions and assist each other when they begin to create their own Wikispace and collaborate with others. = = = =The first part of the process will be for the groups to use a Wikispace and then determine what type of information needs to be added to the class wiki. The groups will be assessed as they contribute to the wiki. As the wiki starts to form, the class will be assessed by a Jeopardy game that reviews the information taught and demonstrated. = = = =The second phase of the process will involve the groups working individually and together in order to create a class wiki with information that pertains to the curriculum. Participants will learn the importance of collaboration, planning, and communication. The purpose of the wiki will be stated and the information and resources will be relevant. The post assessment will see how many join the wiki, recent activity, and a reflection piece on the importance of working collaboratively in groups. The summative assessment for teachers and students will be performance-based. This will enable the participants to show their knowledge and understanding of the objectives. The Wikispace will be able to be used as an artifact for teachers during their teacher evaluation instrument and as an artifact for students in their ePortfolio to show performance and growth. = = = = The Five Features of Wikis in Five = = (Instructional Video using the ADDIE Model) =

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= Now, Let's See What You Know? =

=<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 110%;">This interactive game can be used during the end of training for anyone who is new to Wikispaces and has learned the basics to get started. =

=<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 110%;">Jeopardy Game - Wikispaces 101 =

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