I'm a big fan of Wikipedia. It might not be the ultimate source of information, but it is a great place to start, especially if what you are looking for is obscure. And a Nature study has shown it to be as reliable as the Encyclopedia Britannica. (really...http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v438/n7070/full/438900a.html)
I could also (and should, when I have the time) create an entire lesson on evaluating sources based on Wikipedia. But for now I think I'll start by cleaning up the Sno-Isle Wikipedia entry, which is embarrasing.
As far as the other Wiki's, they are potentially a great tool. But they do need constant minding, and people who are dedicated to keeping things current. Maybe we should have a PIC Wiki at Mill Creek?
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Wiki, Wikid, Wikidium
Posted by Doadexter at 12:50 PM
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