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Megan Hodge�Speech-Language Pathology�

Re-usable resource�

  Students given a CD to keep a copy of all resources developed on the wiki�

  Students reported that they used the information in a subsequent assignment�

  OT colleague adapted assignment format and process for use in a course where students learned about mental health conditions�

The assignment� The wiki�

Create a useful, student-friendly, up-to-date resource about neurological conditions encountered in practice�

Develop excellent health care resources using online tools�

Select user-friendly wiki program�pbworks.com�

Provide clear written expectations about assessment purpose, process, format and grading�

Introduce the purposes of the research project during class�

Create student partnerships using a random yet transparent process�

Develop wiki template before students commence�

Wiki training in computer lab�

Emphasize to students how the project requires authentic

collaboration to create a class resource�

Make grades dependent on the quality of students’ work and

critique of one other pair’s work�

Invite students to focus groups to provide feedback on using a wiki

for a group project�

Provide ongoing technical support throughout project�

Recognize and celebrate students’ successful completion of the assignment using the wiki by providing them with a “gift” of their work in compact

disc format�A re-usable resource for ongoing use in studies and future practice!�

Susan Burwash�Occupational Therapy�

Re-usable skills�

Students reported that they:�

  used wikis for other assignments�

  taught others how to use a wiki�

Instructor reported that she:�

  increased her confidence in using social media�

  recommended use of wikis to others�

Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine�

Project Aims�To enhance the digital technology skills of students so that they can develop and disseminate healthcare resources using online tools such as a wiki (project supported by a TLEF grant)�  Create a custom peer-reviewed resource based on current literature�  60 first year SLP students�  30 neurological conditions relevant to practice�  Available for future reference�

Anita Hamilton�Occupational Therapy�

Transformative Learning�

  Wiki identified as a “safe place” to provide peer feedback�

  Being able to link pages within the wiki enabled students to see links between conditions�

  The simplicity of this assignment was a good fit for learning wiki “basics” �

  The complexity of assignments can increase as wiki expertise develops�