Using Wikis

 During our unit on Wikis, I learned not only how to create one, but also how I could use it in a classroom. Overall, I think that the Wiki tool is a great way to create collaborate, learning opportunities that allow students to work with partners or whole class in order to complete a project. This is also an excellent tool for communication through a shared forum in which everyone involved is allowed to make necessary changes and additions to the conversation. I especially enjoyed the video on how to use a Wiki that demonstrated how a Wiki can be used for planning a camping trip. I think that puts Wiki use in real-life terms and makes Wikis more relateable and approachable. More people (students and the non-student population as well) would be excited about using Wikis if the tool was introduced to them as an "easy button" type function. Overall, I can definitely see myself using Wikis in my future classrooms, as well as in my daily life (planning parties, trips, etc.).