1. Brought to you by the Geendale ICT committee Slides can be found at http://greendale- sciencepw.wikispaces.com Originated from the Hawaiian language. The word “Wiki” means "quick" or "fast."

2. Introduction to wiki A web site that lets visitors become participants Easy to create/edit No technical knowledge/software needed Interactive features (web 2.0) You need a PC, Internet (& latest Internet browser) All content is not deleted, changes can be tracked Online collaboration = doing a project online simultaneously When, Who and What Eg. Wiki-pedia, an online encyclopedia with no “authors” but millions of contributors and editors.

3. Wiki Vs Blog WikiBlog Collaborative website can be directly edited by anyone who has access Personal website (online journal) with entries appearing in sequence as written Many people can contribute their experiences and knowledge Usually edited and maintained by 1 person Discussions can take place on pages or in the discussion forum Discussions take place in the comments of a post, must be approved by blogger. Easy to create and edit. No HTML required. Also create and edit. But HTML is useful to make the pages nicer.

4. Dreamweaver

5. Before we begin Internet Browser Version Internet explorer 8 or Mozilla Firefox

6. Editing Formatting Text Insert tables Insert Pictures, files

7. Linking Link to other pages within the wiki Link to other pages outside the wiki Linking to within the page (anchors)

8. Member Management Manage Wiki Invite new members Wiki permissions Wiki statistics Recent Changes History records (By page) Notifications RSS Feeds (using MS Outlook) Email

9. Changing the design Manage my wiki (Requires latest browser) Settings Look and Feel Theme and colours Logo

10. Creating banners with PowerPoint

11. For help with other wiki features or tips and resources Widgets Pls refer to the online help http://www.wikispaces.com/help+index http://www.wikispaces.com/help+index or the science PW wiki http://greendale-sciencepw.wikispaces.com

12. Practice Assignment Create a one page Topic is Greendale Secondary CCA Be sure to include on your page Headings Text Images At least one hyperlink

13. Net-Etiquette Do unto others, as you'd have others do unto you. Do not TYPE ALL IN CAPITAL LETTERS. Don’t be rude, abusive and use bad language online. Don’t send rude/offensive e-mails or postings. Always identify yourself. Make a good impression. Spelling, grammar count and paragraph formatting Be patient with newcomers.

14. Things to remember when participating in a discussion group: Before asking or responding in a newsgroup, take the time to read about the discussion before replying Stick to the topic of the discussion group When quoting someone, use only the portion of the quote that is absolutely necessary Avoid "flame wars" Don't send personal messages to an entire newsgroup (use e-mail instead)