On the Technology Poppers Wiki, I posted the following:
Lesley: I would like to do a class blog for our 40-book challenge. The school is following Donalyn Miller's, The Book Whisperer, idea for students to be exposed to books in various genres. A blog, or even a WikiPage, would allow students to access it to post comments, suggestions and book reviews for other students to share and read. In the process they would be learning technology, netiquette, use of academic/professional language and writing and learn how to work collaboratively. I could also make pages to highlight books and provide links to outside resources like local libraries and free audiobook sites.
In my learning contract, I mentioned wanting to use a site that would allow me to communicate with my students after-hours. A site that would allow me to post my lesson, provide extensions and serve as a communication tool for students and parents to ask questions if needed. Professionally, I think a wiki would be a great tool for doing so. However, I am not sure of the notification process, when someone posts something, how soon it will notify me via my smartphone. It could also be used to collaborate with colleagues on ideas and resources to use in the classroom and in planning lessons.
Even just glancing at the ideas on the Technology Poppers page, I was inspired!
Personally, I could use a wiki to plan a trip or a party. I am usually the one who does the party planning or the vacation planning. I could use a wiki to post ideas and for others to share ideas. It could also be used as a place for references of my services or reputable vendors. I could also get sponsors via advertisements.
Again, wikis are a great collaborative and sharing tool for almost ANY idea you may want to develop and share with others.
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