Unit+3

Please remember to go to the [|Moodle] for all of the information on this unit. It will also contain your assignments.

In this unit, we will focus on the creation of either a WikiSpace or a PBWorks for your classrooom. Here, you will learn how to create the account, change the look and the feel of your site, and how to add important information for your students. Remember, a WikiSpace and a PBWorks site are pretty much the same, it all depends on your taste and comfort level for the one you choose. Start by reading the article on WikiSpaces vs. PBWorks platforms.

[|WikiSpaces vs. PBWorks] This site addresses the debate of which is better for school use. After reading, you decide which one you like best. [|Wiki Wisdom article] (PDF if you would like to download it for later reference) [|Widgets for Wikis] This great site provides widgets that you can place on your wiki page. [|Wiki Learning Object] This is a great learning object that will give you a better overview of what wiki really is.

__ WikiSpaces __ [|WikiSpaces video tutorial] This short video will help you get started with your WikiSpace. WikiSpaces homepage This is where you will go to start your WikiSpace creation. [|Wiki Video Tutorials] The great folks at the WikiSpaces site have created these tutorials for your assistance. [|WikiSpaces PDF Tutorial] for those of you who would rather have a hard copy of a tutorial, this is the site to go to to save and print what you need. [|Wiki Tutorial part 1] part one of a great wiki beginner . (PDF) [|Wiki Tutorial part 2] part two of a great wkil beginner (PDF) How to use WikiSpaces in education This comprehensive site will give your great insight and ideas on how to use your WikiSpace effectively in the classroom.

__ PBWorks __ [|PBWorks homepage] This is where the adventure and journey begins with the creation of your PBWorks space! [] Here is some very useful PBWorks assistance [|PBWorks PDF] This PDF will help in your creation of your PBWorks page. It is a great step-by-step guide. I used it when I began it and is very helpful. [|PBWorks Tutorial] this is another helpful step-by-step tutorial that you can print and save for later work. It is a great resource. [|All in One PBWorks Users Guide] This can literally by your one stop guide for the creation of your PBWorks site!

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You may use this as your guide while putting together your wiki for your class.

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