Wetpaint

= Communication Tool: Wetpaint = Group Members: Paige and Braxdon



Brief introduction of the tool
Wetpaint is a social networking site that is completely geared toward the users interests. Wetpaint is a blend of blog, wiki, and social networking site. This site puts the user in touch with others who share the same interests or passions in whatever it is that you may like.

Wetpaint can be useful for many different applications. As far as the classroom goes, I feel that it could be a great asset. Students would be able to communicate in a formal or informal way with their teacher at home and at school. A Wetpaint site could be created for one certain project, or it could be used the whole year round as a way to keep students in touch. Efficiency would be improved because there is a better chance that students complete all their homework if they had a site to access all homework assignments. Effectiveness could be helped because students and their teacher would be on the same page throughout the whole year. Assignments, due dates, special events, and school happenings could all be listed, as well as a help area for students who needed assistance on their homework. Finally, the final E to be effected would be enhancement. The site simply would enhance every aspect of the students life, I believe students would be more well prepared and connected to their class.
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This site is not an exclusively educational website, anyone can create a page on Wetpaint about anything they want. So, younger students would have the possibility of stumbling across things that might not be appropriate. Another obstacle here would be the inability for some students to access this at home, I realize not all students will have internet access. However, overall Wetpaint could be a very effective teaching tool, if implemented correctly.
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Application of the tool in your subject area
The Wetpaint site I would create would be used as a classroom communication tool. The teacher would have complete creative control over the site, however students could post comment, concerns, or any problems they may be having. I believe this site would be an easier form of communication for younger students who are unsure about email. Homework, test dates, and special events could also be posted on this page, in effect creating a syllabus accessible year round. Homework help could also be given on this site. Students would be able to stay in touch with their peers on a daily basis and ask questions that others may understand. Overall, Wetpaint could be a great classroom tool, with many possibilities for students and teachers alike.

Find a tutorial on YouTube
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Wetpaint allows people to create a wiki. They can set the protection up any way that they want to. They have the choice of letting anyone edit or only invited people edit the wiki. Wetpaint also allows people to add many different features the wiki. They can add pages of content, pictures, videos, polls, and many other things.

Useful Resources
· [] Ask.com’s encyclopedia gives you information on wetpaint, such as an overview, history, and other references to visit. · [] This website gives you several how to’s and FAQ’s about wetpaint. You can also create or respond to threads on this page. · [] This website gives you information on wetpaint, such as the company history, features, among other things. · [] This website gives you a list of all of wetpaint’s features, details, statistics, a discussion board, and the option to compare it to other wikis.