What are Blogs and Wiki's?

What is a blog? A blog is a publishing tool that allows the author to quickly and easily self-publish text, artwork, links to other blogs or sites, and a whole array of other content. Blogs are set up like conventional Web sites, with navigation links, and other standard Web site features. Postings are often short and frequently updated. (http://teachingtoday.com)

Friday, April 8, 2011

Berger, Pam, and Sally Trexler. Choosing Web 2.0 tools for learning and teaching in a digital world. Santa Barbara, Calif.: Libraries Unlimited, 2010.

Wikis

Ten Ways Wikis Support Learning

1. Supports planning, collaboration, and critical thinking skills
2. Facilitates inquiry
3. Encourages personal accountability
4. Provides practice in peer editing and reviewing
5. Empowers through shared authorship
6. Encourages responsible writing
7. Deters plagiarism by showing process
8. Engages and motivates students
9. Supports constructivist learning
10. Provides practice in validating information

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