Wiki Wiki What?

Okay, I am still getting used to the whole wiki thing.  I mean, I like them and everything, I just think I need to do a bit more research.

I am, however, liking the idea of using them for the classroom.  I think that it could be a great way for students to explore in a technological way.  It would be a way for them to enjoy writing and to contribute.  I think that it is also, for the upper grades, a way for them to realize that adding something or creating something on the computer/internet, is not that scary.  It would also be a time to teach (the upper grades) the importance of putting truthful information online, so that it is not misleading.

For the younger grades, it could be a great place for the class, as a whole, to contriubute their learnings (much like a blog).

I think that it could also be a good discussion/catching up place for families.  The Wikispace website allows for educators and even families to begin their own wikis.  It is free for families and educators, but it costs money if you want one for an organization.

I am thinking of relaying this to my family, who is moving to Florida next month, or at least a blog to keep current!