Writing Wiki

I created a Writing Wiki for my first graders.  They learned how to log onto the Wiki, create a page, type their story, and comment on classmates' pieces.  We begin Writer's Workshop 2nd semester in first grade, and our Writing Wiki will be a resource and tool for them to share, edit, and revise their writing pieces with me and their classmates.  My student's parents will also be able to utilize this wiki as another way to stay informed about their child's progress in writing.

The website I utilized is www.dupree13.pbworks.com

The following pictures show my students working on their pieces using our Writing Wiki:

This activity was successful!  I am excited about our Writing Wiki and the opportunities it will give me and my students when teaching and learning about the writing process in first grade.  It will also be an excellent resource for parents when they have questions about their student's writing ability and progress. 

In the beginning this activity was somewhat frustrating due to most first grader's lack of knowledge about  basic keyboarding skills.  However, each time we practiced I noticed less students struggling and most stopped asking questions such as, "Where is the period? or How do I leave a space between my words?".  I also like the fact that I can use this wiki as a tool for teaching peer conferencing among other Writer's Workshop components.