Wiki+(Element+2)



http://www.wikispaces.com/

Wikispaces is an easy to write web page creator that is free for all. It makes it very simple for anyone to post information in pages and allows a lot of other information to be embedded in the pages. This information is clearly presented in a wikispace.

This is a Wiki I had to create for a unit plan in another course. I personally love the idea of using the Wiki in the classroom. It allows everyone of the gathered elements to be shown in a clear manner. Students would benefit from having an organized way to show their information. The teacher can also create a Wikispace to post information for the class. The ability to create a simple website is there and should be utilized in an effective way.

Due to the fact that every element in this portfolio can be showcased in a wiki every element of NETS-S standards be applied. Students can be creative with the wiki (Standard 1 of NETS-S). Students can communicate and collaborate in a wiki (Standard 2). Students can do research and post it in a organized fashion (Standard 3). Students can think critically and solve problems (Standard 4). Students are forced to follow internet copyright guidelines and participate in internet practices in a respectful manner (Standard 5). Students can use technology concepts in a great manner (Standard 6). Truthfully students can do just about anything with a Wikispace, and that is why I plan to use them in my classroom.