Another conversation between Tom Harrison, from Delaware, and I as he embarks on using wikis in the classroom. You can follow all of the “letters” in this conversation by going to the Tag for “Tom Harrison” on this blog.
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Vicki,
Thanks again for the prompt and remarkedly thorough response to my questions. Had I taken the time (or thought of it!) I could have looked into the “members” section under “Manage Space” and seen that I am set up as administrator and the rest of my students are just members. One worry resolved. I also found a Wikispace warranty (permission slip) somewhere on the web that I have modified and printed out. Tough punishment for first offenders will send a message.
You really nailed me with the comment about me probably being a perfectionist. I absolutely laughed out loud at that and I had to read it to my wife who also laughed out loud. Guilty as charged! I have been one virtually all of my life and I totally blame my parents!
I appreciate your suggestions about keeping the sites on the private/private subscription. However, I really want them to publish for a wider audience and I already told parents at Open House that they would be able to view the work we were doing in class. I want the students in other classes to critique the work of their teammates. If this turns into a bad thing I can go to the private setting, but I think I want to just jump in and make it visible. Right now all the class sites are set to public/private and I want to try it like that first.
I am introducing the site this week to my classes…and yes, I am going to go “all in” to start. I am such a glutton for punishment!
Take care, and thanks again for all your help!
Tom”
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