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= PSCA "Quickie Wiki Training" =

What is a Wiki?
A Wiki is an easy way for you to have a "web presence" without having a website. The wiki is a "page" that you can create and students and parents can view and edit. It is essentially a webpage with an "Edit Button" that is easy to use.

Why use Wikis?
The World's easiest to use wiki No experience necessary. You are up and running in minutes. Constantly bring your new and improved features. Develop the product based on what you want.

What is Wikispaces.com?
Wikispaces.com is a website that hosts wikis. As a school counselor, you can create an account and can create pages free (as long as your wiki is for educational use.)

Is it safe?
You can create a private wiki that only those who you invite will be able to see. **Public:** Anyone can view or edit your Wikispace **Protected:** Anyone can view your space but only members can edit. **Private:** Only members can view or edit your space

How can it be used?
You can put text, links to documents, files, pictures, videos, and links to websites on your wiki. Then, you can ask your students to go to the wiki and access the information there. Wikispaces has a tab for discussion or use it as a blog.

Are there any disadvantages?
Because a wiki is editable, anyone who goes to the wiki can edit (add to, change, delete) the content Some School Districts block Wikis through their filters, talk to your "Computer Guru."

How do I get started?
If you want to create your own for-education wiki, you can use the link: http://www.wikispaces.com/t/x/teachers100k and set up an account. Follow the instructions for creating your Wiki.

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