OWUWikis
An Introduction to OWU WikisContentsWhat is a Wikispace?How do I join OWU Wikis? Creating a Wiki Wikispaces Tours Managing your Wiki Space External Links What is a Wikispace?A Wikispace, in simple terms, is a group of web pages with “edit” buttons on them. You can collaborate with anyone you choose on your wikispace. You may want a place to keep information about your organization, or to easily manage your team's schedules. Wikispaces is simple enough for anyone to use, but has enough sophistication so that you can be creative and get things done.If you are looking for more about what a wiki is, Common Craft has a simple and clear explanation. Take a look at their video. Also see the list of examples of wikis in higher education. How do I join OWU Wikis?There are two ways to go about joining OWU Wikis, the Wikispaces Private Label for Ohio Wesleyan. And you must have an account on OWU Wikis in order to be a member of any of our wikis. Administrative approval is required, so you will receive a message upon registering your username and password and will be notified when your account has been approved.To create your account you may send a request to David Soliday or follow these instructions:
 If you have any problems creating your account, you can see the troubleshooting section in online Help (always available from the Help link in the top right corner of every OWU wiki page) or contact David Soliday at dcsolida@owu.edu. Creating a WikiPlease contact David Soliday to create a wiki to meet your specific needs. All you’ll need initially is a name for your space and a decision as to the space visibility. Wiki spaces can be Public, meaning everyone can view and edit pages; Protected, meaning everyone can view pages but only space members can edit them; or Private, meaning only space members can view and edit pages. This decision can be changed later; the name cannot.Wikispaces ToursCheck out the video tours of Wikispaces to learn how to begin editing your page, add images and media, and personalize your space.Managing Your Wiki SpaceWikispaces’ online help is thorough, easy to use, and is periodically updated. There you will find handy instructions on managing your space, handling user accounts, adding members to your space, advanced features, and troubleshooting. You can also contact David Soliday at dcsolida@owu.edu or extension 3130 for personal assistance.External LinksWikispaces HomepageVideo tours Still need help?For assistance please contact the help desk. |
