Wikis, B

logs, & e-P

ortfolios

Presented by

Jordan Epp & Jeanette McKee, CCDE IDs,

and Guest Presenter: Chris Lambert

Coordinator Library & Instructional Resources, CCDE

May 14, 2010

Objectives

1. Learn about Wikis, Blogs, and ePortfolios.

2. View examples of each.

3. Discuss the potential uses of the Web 2.0 tools.

4. Practice using some of the tool features.

What is a W

iki?

Wiki(n.) A collaborative Web site comprises the perpetual collective work of many authors. Similar to a blog in structure and logic, a wiki allows anyone to edit, delete or modify content that has been placed on the Web site using a browser interface, including the work

of previous authors.

• Videoclip: Wikis in Plain English

What is a W

iki?

Video produced by Common Craft

Wikis in Plain English

Features of W

ikis

• Collaborative Editing“Edit this page” allows users to add

content, change existing content, and have these changes tracked

• WYSIWYGWhat You See Is What You Get

Allows for file upload, images, movies, embedded links, audio, and page creation.

Exam

ples of Wikis

• Wikipedia• USask Wiki Dashboard Confluence• USLC wiki

Wikis and U(slc)where is it: www.wiki.usask.ca/

log inscroll down to Spaces"ALL" tabHome space for Wikis and U(slc)Pages

Exam

ples of Wikis

Some Pages of Interest

• when to use a blog vs. wiki• advantage or disadvantage• who can see and contribute to my U of S wiki

At the bottom of each wiki page is an option to comment - try one

To create pages on this wiki, provide your NSID to Chris at the end of the session

Discussion about W

ikis

Some suggested collaborations or uses of a wiki within USLC or CCDE

how many of you have a wiki?do your students use wikis?how can wikis be used in the classroom?collaborative ideas?what would you like to see a wiki on?

Post comments at "Suggestions for using a wiki at the USLC" or on any of the pages you see here

What is a B

log?

A Blog

(a contraction of the term "web log") is a type of website, usually maintained by an individual with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. A typical blog combines text, images, and links to other blogs, Web pages, and other media related to its topic. The ability of readers to leave comments in an interactive format is an important part of

many blogs.

• Videoclip: Blogs in Plain English

What is a B

log?

Blogs in Plain English

Video produced by Common Craft

Features of B

logs

• Posts - can be text based or include images, audio, video, links, etc.

• Comments - Commenting provides an interactive component to the blog

• RSS feeds - Your blog can link to other blogs of similar topics and can be “followed” by others

Exam

ples of Blogs

• USLC Library

• USLC Teacher blog

• School Library Journal

• Open Thinking

• Open Content

Discussion about B

logs

Differences and Similarities between Blogs and Wikis

• how many of you have a blog?• do your students use blogs?• how can blogs be used in the classroom?• USLC Library Weblog for Teachers

Conclusions on B

logs and Wikis

Chris’s Conclusions:• works in progress• not an expert• volunteers, demonstrators• and now for something completely mind-

BLOGgling• a wiki entry about a blogging service

What is an eP

ortfolio?

An ePortfolio is• An electronic portfolio or digital portfolio

used for collecting electronic evidence assembled and managed by a user on the web.

• May be open source (i.e. Mahara) or within a Learning Management System (i.e. Blackboard)

• Videoclip Example 1: e-Portfolios for Starters

What is an eP

ortfolio?

ePortfolios for Starters

Davr055 (U of Cumbria, UK) e-Portfolios for Starters 3:05

Features of eP

ortfolios

• May include text, electronic files, images, multimedia, blog entries,and hyperlinks

• Permit varying degrees of audience access; create different Views for various purposes

• May be used for multiple purposes

• Can be maintained over time (lifelong learning and PD)

Types of eP

ortfolios

1. Developmental or Assessment ePortfolio - a record of things the owner has done over a period of time

– Learning records that provide evidence of achievement / assessment

2. Reflective ePortfolio - personal reflection on the content and what it means for the owner’s development

– Student reflection on own learning

3. Career ePortfolio - the owner’s achievements in relation to work or developmental goals

– Job application– Career goals– Recognition of Prior Learning– Continuing professional development

4. Combination of the above

ePortfoloio E

xamples

Videoclip Example 2:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iJ93ocBFlf4

Defoliates (Andrew Quong) E-Portfolio PowerPoint 4:10

Creating an eP

ortfolios

1. Go to Mahara

2. Click on Try Demo, register, e-mail response.

3. Take a Tour (4:30) and see Quick Guides for development.

OR

4. Download the software (free, U of S IT supported).

5. Create your ePortfolio!

General D

iscussion

Questions/Comments??

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Many thanks to Chris for her collaboration!!