Wiki Etiquette for Students - How to act on a wiki  

    (from pbworks (collaboration of summercamp2008) - with some edit changes)

* Keep safe.  This is your digital footprint and whatever you post can remain on the web even if you delete it. Never post your personal information or information about someone else. Keep things like ages, addresses, phone numbers, your city, or even places we work off the Internet. Be careful not to post things that may come back to haunt you later. 

* Be nice.  Be positive with comments. The most important thing to remember is sarcasm hurts.  Remember ... treat others as you would like to be treated. (*Critiquing does not have "...but...")

* Be truthful.  Write things you know to be correct using facts from research from reliable, credible sources.

* Check your sources.  The Internet is a great source of information but it is only useful when accurate.  Make sure you cross reference your facts.

* Ask first, then give credit.  Ask an artist's permission to post their photos, pictures or pieces of writing. Never use first and last names of people that could identify them in a photo or video. You must also ask permission when using an idea from a friend, a family member, or even from an acquaintance. After you have his/her permission, then you must ask if you can post his/her name to give him/her credit. If you know anyone who is breaking any part of this rule, it is very important to tell someone who can help immediately.

* Do not delete the work of others deliberately.  Unless instructed as part of the group editing process.

Creating Your Content:

* Follow Directions.  Be sure to follow the directions and check criteria for the assignment.

* Show what you know.  Content is everything.  Use images and other splashy elements to highlight understanding and not to detract from your information ('less is best'). Use breaks in your text and formatting elements to make the page easy to read and understand.

* Keep it on topic - classroom oriented. This is not the place to discuss afterschool plans.

* Read, re-read, and read-again BEFORE you click ENTER.  Read everything over and use your spell check to be sure everything is accurate. Think about your audience - will they understand what you are trying to get across? Don't rush. Once you press that button, you can't bring it back.

Then Save to publish.

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