The Functionality of a website

And so the journey continues...we now have a blog, a wiki, a voki and now a website...all of our very own!  

As far as user friendly technology goes, I found setting up the website the easiest.  I struggled a little with the Wiki and its layout and import functions although am sure I will master it eventually.

In my reflection about the mobile phone wiki, my experience was more negative than positive.  On further reflection this was largely due to my learning style.  I am not very good with self navigation.  I like neat, well laid out instructions and find myself in a bit of a panic if things don't seem clear on first inspection.  The value of these technologies are becoming clearer to me as we progress.

In designing my own wiki and website I have greater insight into how they could be incorporated into the classroom.

A website would be a good tool to use to showcase work, or as an information report where feedback and two way interaction is not a priority.  Rather than paper style school projects why not include website design to illustrate their skills using ICT's and their ability to collate their subject material.

As an example, a block of work could be designed around the Eureka Stockade.  The lessons could be scaffolded to include a range of information gathering techniques including a SWAT analysis, a wiki, and a blog.  The final piece for assessment could be in the form of a website where all the information is collated and illustrated.

A static website would make an ideal presentation tool to collate students' work.  It allows for creativity and encourages writing and preparation of material in a logical order.

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