Using PBWiki. Jim Niedermeier

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1 Using PBWiki Jim Niedermeier

2 Security Settings

3 Basic Tools

4 Editing Text

5 Blog Feature

6 Linking Possibilities

7 Uploading Files

8 Plug-Ins

9 Adding Users

10 RSS Feed

11 RSS Feed

12 <script src=" URL/FrontPage?raw=js&amp ;width=900&height=600" ></script> Embedding into School World

13 Independent Reading Projects Collaborative Group Projects Writing/Editing Practice Research Projects Developing 21 st Century Skills Assessing individual understanding So what good is it?

14 Wiki Grading Rubrics

15 Wiki Grading Rubric Flat Classroom 2007 The wiki history will be accessed to determine if the student has contributed proportionately. If a minimal number of contributions are made by the individual student, the grade will be adjusted appropriately. Criteria Description Points A Finding and Understanding (Research) 3 B Analysing and Evaluating (Content) 12 C Communicating and using Web 2.0 Tools (Organisation and Presentation) 5 TOTAL 20 Descriptors Criterion A: Finding and Understanding (Research) Level Descriptor 0 The work does not meet the standard described in level 1. Some information has been accessed and is shown in a list of resources that may or may not be cited 1 correctly. A variety of information from appropriate sources has been accessed and organised. There is a list of 2 resources that is mostly cited correctly, some of which are referred to on the wiki page. A variety of information from appropriate sources has been accessed and relevant material has been 3 carefully selected. There is a list of correctly cited resources all or most of which are referred to on the wiki page. The bookmarking tool (del.icio.us) and tagging have been used effectively. Points out of 3 awarded for research Criterion B: Analyzing and Evaluating (Content) Points out of 2 points out of 2 points out of 2 points out of 2 points Descriptor (for maximum marks) Language used The language used communicates clearly and precisely. Terminology is used accurately, with skill and understanding, and use of non-explained jargon is avoided. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.) Introduction The group is introduced and the context of the project is clearly described. The introduction explains the significance of the topic and gives an overview of the content of the wiki page. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.) Information Technology (IT) Concepts The IT background (concepts, together with developments and trends) relevant to the topic has been described and explained with the support of appropriate examples. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.) Current News and Issues Current news and issues relevant to the chosen topic have been listed, discussed and analyzed. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.)

16 out of 2 points out of 2 points Areas of Impact The areas of impact for business and education have been clearly described on the wiki page. The issues related to the chosen trend and the areas of impact are identified, discussed and evaluated. Information is updated to reflect the students perspective from their country. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.) Collaborative Decision Making and Discussion This student is an active contributor to the wiki discussions about this topic and works collaboratively with his/her partners. (Up to 2 points awarded for this criterion.) Criterion C: Communicating and Using Web 2.0 Tools (Organization and Presentation) Points Descriptor (for maximum marks) 0 The work does not meet the standard described in level 1-2. The information on the wiki page is poorly organized and has limited visual appeal. Graphics are sometimes relevant to the topic. There is limited use of Web 2.0 tools, hyperlinks and other 1-2 hypermedia. The presentation of information is not always balanced and may show some bias and insensitivity in the use of images and icons. The information on the wiki page is organized so that it is relatively easy to understand and has some visual appeal. Graphics are generally relevant to the topic and support the written text. Web tools, hyperlinks and other hypermedia are used effectively. The presentation of information is mostly objective and free of bias, and some sensitivity has been shown in the use of images and icons. The information on the wiki page is effectively organised so that it is easily understood and is visually appealing. Graphics are relevant, explained and support the written text. A range of Web tools are used effectively. Hyperlinks and other hypermedia aid understanding and add interest to the topic. The presentation of information is objective, balanced and free of bias (e.g. age, culture, gender, race), and images and icons are used sensitively. Points out of 5 awarded for this. Adjustment based on wiki participation (at the discretion of teacher.) Points out of 20 for this project = % Comments:

17 Student Name(s): Assignment: Wiki Grading Rubric 5 pts A collaborative effort (as seen in the history) IF IT IS A GROUP WIKI. 5 points Several participants have contributed. Wikis are collaborative. Each person brings their strengths and contributes things that they are good at to the project. 10 pts Visual appeal Graphics are used as needed and add to the message. Graphics are not distracting and used where needed to further explain a topic. If does not look cluttered. 10 pts Organization A table of contents is used, headings and underlines are used appropriately. 10 pts Hyperlinks to sources An effective wiki hyperlinks sources and gives readers additional information about the topic. Because most people tend to not trust wikis (they don't know the authors), you must include a variety of hyperlinks to be considered an effective source of information. As people follow your hyperlinks, they will begin to look at the information you've linked to. They will learn that you are an authority and that you've "done your homework." Make sure that you have checked your hyperlinks and that they work. 15 pts Original, intelligent wording The effective wiki summarizes information but never copies it! (Cite your sources.) The wording is intelligent and meaningful and jargon is not used. Wikis may be read by a global audience and authors must keep that in mind. 15 pts Spelling/Grammar Punctuation (-1 each up to max) 35 pts Assignment criteria met. TOTAL POINTS out of 100 pts Optional (unless assigned) but beneficial wiki traits Multi-sensory tools are used The use of sound and/or video involves the wiki reader more through the increased engagement of hearing and sight. When it is used effectively, it can boost you into the hall of fame because you have more thoroughly taught your reader about your subject. RSS Feeds and Cutting edge tools are used Pioneers are often recognized for their ability to venture into new places that others are afraid of. Our wiki pioneers will be recognized as they learn about new technology and integrate it into their page. These technologies include RSS Feeds, video, podcasts, and any other new Web 2.0 technology that we come across. Be the first and be unafraid! Victoria A. Davis, All Rights Reserved Attendees of K12 online conference are given permission to duplicate for classroom use only.

18 Graduate School Project Independent Reading Project Long-term Collaborative Research Project Brief Independent Research Project My Wikis