During the process of setting up my PBworks account, I took the time to examine some of the lesson plans that instructors have developed on wikis. There are numerous ideas for diverse courses. Will Richardson also points out the many ways that wikis are being used in education and suggests viewing the “tinyurl.com” (Richardson, 2010, pg.66) site.
Wikis have obviously gained ground in pedagogy. To begin, the “Building your PBworks class” page offers an introduction to the use of wikis. In addition, PBworks step by step guide offers educators, otherwise unfamiliar with using a wiki, a simple process of getting started; including some resourceful ideas. Having a distinct section for educators, facilities and universities gives PBworks a distinct advantage over Facebook, because the education section reflects a separation between education and personal life. As a social network Facebook lacks this feature.
Reflecting back, EDU 651 week three discussions revealed that there are apparent concerns regarding Facebook privacy issues. The conflict between what is considered private in an individual’s life, and the realm of formal education remains a concern when considering a social network for formal education.
Discovering that there are a number of applications that can be used to develop learning courses on FB is impressive, yet, not proming enough to override the concerns. It would be advantageous for Facebook to supply a seperate section for educators. It is therefore fair to contend that PBworks is better equipped to consider the needs of instructors than Facebook (FB).
Richardson (2010).Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms (3rd ed) Corwin
Wikis have obviously gained ground in pedagogy. To begin, the “Building your PBworks class” page offers an introduction to the use of wikis. In addition, PBworks step by step guide offers educators, otherwise unfamiliar with using a wiki, a simple process of getting started; including some resourceful ideas. Having a distinct section for educators, facilities and universities gives PBworks a distinct advantage over Facebook, because the education section reflects a separation between education and personal life. As a social network Facebook lacks this feature.
Reflecting back, EDU 651 week three discussions revealed that there are apparent concerns regarding Facebook privacy issues. The conflict between what is considered private in an individual’s life, and the realm of formal education remains a concern when considering a social network for formal education.
Discovering that there are a number of applications that can be used to develop learning courses on FB is impressive, yet, not proming enough to override the concerns. It would be advantageous for Facebook to supply a seperate section for educators. It is therefore fair to contend that PBworks is better equipped to consider the needs of instructors than Facebook (FB).
Richardson (2010).Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms (3rd ed) Corwin
Among the tasks for the week were establishing an FB Group, linking the PBworks learning course to the FB group and starting a bookmarking account with delicious. Subsequently, sending e-college emails to colleagues with account links.
Challenges included:
- Having to Add potential group members as Facebook Friends in order to add them to group list.
- Difficulty masteing delicious in such a short time, with numerous other assignments to contend with.
Positive Aspects
- FB has an option to keep the group "closed" or "secret."
- PBworks site is complimentary to educators in the establishment of learning courses.
