Learning Technologies > Tools > Wikis.
A wiki is a type of website that allows multiple users to view, add new, and modify existing content. An important strength of this tool is the ability for anyone with an internet connection to participate without the need for any specialized tools or extensive web editing knowledge. Since wikis make the process of gathering and sharing information much easier, faculty and students often use them to facilitate collaboration in their particular field of study. One of the most popular examples is Wikipedia. A number of UWB faculty and students use PBWiki or WikiSpaces, which are both free.
have students compile and discuss class notes
maintain a dynamic knowledge repository
work on and create documentation for a group project
coordinate activities between different departments and disciplines
create a personal portfolio and solicit feedback from others
7 Things You Should Know About Wikis
Faculty Ideas About Technology: Wikis
Teaching, Learning, and Other Uses for Wikis in Academia
A Wiki Situation
Martha Groom's Wikipedia Project at UWB
18000 Campus Way
The John Hopkins Wiki
A Biophysics Course at Harvard
Wetpaint
Pbwiki
Wikispaces
Wikidot
UW Technology (formerly C & C) doesn't support wikis, but does provide a limited set of documentation on how to install one on your UW NetID space.
How to Install a Wiki
MediaWiki
PmWiki
MoinMoinWiki
