I think once I have more time to explore other Wiki pages, then I'll feel more comfortable with customizing mine. I like that you can add to it to create a database to refer back to. I can see myself using it at school for a reference for my students. I would include links to other websites showing video how to solve math problems. I would include links to student projects, so the parents could be informed as well.
I think I'll use it professionally as a resource too. I plan to include math sites that I find informative and helpful. I'll also use it to compile special education resources.
The biggest difference between a wiki and a blog is that others can edit your wiki. They could leave a comment on your blog, but they can also be authors to your wiki too.
I really like the idea of using the blog as a place to reflect, and I may implement that for my math students this fall. The wiki is better for group projects that require collaboration with others. One negative to the wiki is if someone were to change some one's work. I think there would need to be a way to keep the students accountable for their own portion. Maybe if their portion is highlighted, and e mailed to their teacher. However, that is very similar to Google Docs except I think there was a way with that to see who added which part, and then the document stays in one spot. I like the idea of being able to show off the completed assignments on the wiki though.
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