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wiki systems an introduction

A basic introduction to wiki-systems and wiki-networking


Notes on the video Published on YouTube May 29, 2007

A short explanation of wikis and how they can be used to coordinate a group, using a camping trip as an example.
This video introduces a wiki website as a resource for helping a group of campers organize and coordinate information for a camping trip. It includes:

  • Why email is a poor choice for coordinating a group's input
  • The basics of using a wiki
  • How the group edits the wiki to add, remove and edit their camping supplies list.
  • Adding a new wiki page to account for diverse needs

Additional notes

Today Wiki systems are a very common and improve the productivity and quality of any process but maybe present themselves in disguise examples in regular use may include: Facebook, ATM bank cards, booking a hotel room online etc

Downside of wiki-systems is to follow.

Notes on the graphic display below.
It is possible for the `admin` in the `wiki collaboration` design to be simply a `member` or admin/member functions are fluid or shared.

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The value of networks, source Arts Council Wales. The structure of `wiki-system` mirrors the target outcome?

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