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=Welcome to the Primary Technology Wiki.=

The purpose of this wiki is to explore and share uses of technology in the primary grades.



What is a Wiki?
A wiki is an online tool where numerous users can post and edit content. It is an excellent way for people to share knowledge and learn from each other. Teachers can create a wiki in minutes using wikispaces, then students can be invited to join the wiki so they become co-authors of the wiki content.

How can you use a Wiki in your classroom?
Here are some suggestions for different subject areas. Please feel free to add more on the discussion page.

Language:

 * students post book reviews
 * collaborative writing (e.g. a recount of a field trip)
 * vocabulary building (e.g. write sentences using new vocab words)

Math:

 * explain a new math concept
 * gather data for data management strand
 * collaborative word problem solving

Science:

 * groups conduct simple experiments then explain the results
 * make lists of things in a category (e.g. mammals, reptiles, solids, liquids)
 * definitions of science terms

Social Studies:

 * students share family traditions and celebrations (Gr. 2)
 * post descriptions of community helpers or places in the community (Gr, 1)
 * students post research about a rural/urban community, including links/maps (Gr. 3)