I had been to Wikipedia to get basic information several times before this challenge. I usually checked to make sure the info was accurate through another source because I knew that it is open to anyone to edit. I had never tried adding to a Wikipedia entry myself though. I wasn't sure what I knew enough about to be able to go to Wikipedia page either add to it or correct an error on it. I finally decided to check out the page for a high school in my hometown. Much to my surprise I did know something that wasn't already there. Adding my new information was very easy and quick.
I also set up my own Wiki just to try it out. It was very easy to set up and start working on. We have some Wikispaces at my school, including one for our technology plan.I do think it's a great concept and would be great for students who are doing a group project particularly in middle and high school.I am thinking about ways we might be able to use a wiki in my particular department at some point this year.
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