Google+Docs+and+Wikis



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[|Google Docs + Wikis]

**Google Docs and Wikis**

**Today's Goals and Objectives:** Select "Share" "Publish as a webpage" to share a final version of your document
 * 1) Introduce you to Google Docs and Wikis
 * 2) Set up your own collaborative document (Google Doc or Wiki)
 * 3) Give you a list of recommended sites to follow
 * Why Google Docs or Wikis?**
 * 1) Allows collaboration on your own time, in your own space
 * 2) Provides storage for documents, forms, presentations, and spreadsheets (no flashdrives, no network limits)
 * 3) Enables the moderator to track who has done work and when (time stamps, history)
 * 4) Can be updated and added to by multiple users and at multiple times
 * What are Google Docs and Wikis?** Google Docs and Wikis are collaborative tools that allow a user to work with others on a common document. Google Docs allows multiple users to edit the same page at the same time. By inviting collaborators, including the teacher, it is possible to monitor the process of the document and to provide feedback before the final product is published. Wikis allow for the creation of multiple pages that can be edited by multiple users. Each tool works slightly differently, and therefore can be used for different purposes. Google Docs are great for shared writing that will be presented in another format (printed or posted to a blog, for example). Wikis are essentially a shared website that does not need any further publishing. Wikis allow for comments and conversations **How to Set Up Your Own Google Doc:**
 * 1) Go to [|http://www.google.com]
 * 2) Select "Documents" from the "More" menu in the upper left corner. It may already be listed on the menu.
 * 3) Click "File" to create a new file
 * 4) Select "New" "Document" to create a new document
 * 5) Begin editing as you would any text document
 * 6) You can insert and edit text, insert images, links, etc.
 * 7) Google Docs automatically saves on a regular basis
 * 8) To change the name of the document, select "File" "Rename..."
 * 9) To allow others to collaborate, click "Share" (top right)
 * 10) Select "Share with others" to invite others to collaborate (you will need their e-mail addresses)


 * What Happens Next?** Use Google Docs to create personal documents, to assign collaborative and group activities for your students, to collaborate with colleagues. Explore the possibilities within Google DOcs by checking out Presentations, Spreadsheets, and templates. Try inserting images and links. Be aware that there are limits to the number of people who can edit a document at one time.

Google Docs Community Videos: [] Wikispaces for Educators: [] Tutorial for Wikispaces for Educators: [] PB Wiki for Education: [] Getting Started with PB Wiki (video): [] Created by: Danja Mahoney, Reading Memorial High School. Reading, MA. 15 April 2009.
 * How to Set Up Your Own Wikispaces Wiki:**Go to http://www.wikispaces.comYou will need to create an account to start your own wiki
 * 1) On the main page select "Create a New Wiki" (top right)
 * 2) Select a Wiki Name - suggestions, keep it short but memorable.
 * 3) Choose permissions - I usually select "Protected"
 * 4) Select "Create"
 * 5) A nice tutorial appears automatically to assist you
 * 6) Select "Edit" (top right): You can edit the main page, create new pages, link to outside pages, embed media, etc.
 * 7) Select "Manage Wiki" (top left): You can change the look and feel of your Wiki with different colors and layouts
 * 8) Select "Manage Wiki" (top left): You can invite additional users to edit the Wiki. You can do this using either their Wikispaces Username or by inviting them by e-mail.
 * Tips on editing a Wiki:**
 * To add a new page: Select "New Page" in the tool bar on the left side, top
 * To edit: always be sure to select Edit on the top right
 * To save: don't forget to SAVE before you leave a page, your work will not be saved otherwise
 * To give feedback to students: use the DISCUSSION tab at the top
 * To follow the history of a document: use the HISTORY tab at the top
 * To get feedback whenever a document has been edited: use the NOTIFY ME tab at the top
 * Remind students to always log in with their own name
 * Remind students to ALWAYS save their work
 * What Happens Next?** Use Wikis to create monitored webpages that can be edited by groups or an entire class. Each page can be used for different information. Several classes can work together to collaborate on a Wiki. **Further Reading and Viewing:** Getting Started with Google Docs: []