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My definition of a wiki is: A web site that allows users to add and/or update site content using their own Web browser. Wikis are created mainly through a collaborative effort of the site visitors. An example of how I would use wikis: I would use a wiki with 4th and 5th graders for reviewing books. The wiki would have 3 pages; the main page would feature the selected book and other pages focusing on the author and characters. Students would post their review after reading the book and also have a chance to respond to other students' reviews. Before starting this project there would be guidelines and expectations determined. Some of them are: I feel this would be a very worthwhile and fun project for my classes to use. Mary Halvorson
 * The wiki is an extension of the classroom and should be treated as such.
 * Students should only post comments they want their teachers and parents to view.
 * Appropriate language will be used in all comments.
 * The signed AUP form states consequences for violating the wiki's use.