Exploring the Wiki: Collaborating Online
Communication Software
in the Library Series |
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| Description: |
A wiki is a website where anyone can add information, and anyone else can edit it. The premiere example is the Wikipedia, a web encyclopedia where anyone can add or edit an entry. In this course we will explore the wonderful world of wikis: what are they, how are other libraries using them, and why you might want one for your library. We’ll discuss different ways you can use wikis—for internal communication and for developing relationships with your patrons. We will create our own in-class communal wiki with cross-linking articles. |
| You will learn about: |
- Learn what a wiki is
- Review various wiki software packages and options for hosting
- Create a wiki with others in the class
- Edit wiki entries
- Learn to review the history of an entry
- Work with the discussion board feature
- Add images
- Explore wikis of interest to the library community
- Discuss ways wikis can be used at your institution
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| Time: |
Five hours |
| Location: |
This full day "Customized Training" session can be brought to your library at any time. |
| Who should attend: |
Anyone interested in learning about and using web-based communication and social software. |
| Related Courses: |
B is for Blog
Social Networking Tools: Instant Messaging, Podcasting, Voice Over IP and Beyond |
| Cost: |
$995.00 per customized training event, plus expenses |
| To schedule: |
To schedule courses at your library and to discuss costs, audience numbers, and physical requirements, please contact
Susan Abell (1.800.635.4638 x1944 or abell@nelinet.net). |
