debbiechan

=Wiki Analysis & Reflection=

Summary of my contributions
My main contribution to our CCT205 Wikispace is the page on ubiquitous computing. It is the opposite of virtual reality and includes integrating computers into our environment so that they are unnoticed. I also added the summary of "An Introduction to the Information Age" by Manuel Castells. In terms of editing pages, I tried to go on as frequently as I could and read the newest pages. I read anything that was foreign to me as well as topics that I was familiar with so I could contribute. I tried to contribute as much content that I have in my head but I also corrected some grammatical and spelling mistakes. Another contribution I made was helping fellow students who were confused with the project. Without everyone working on this space, it cannot reach its full potential.

Reflections and Observations
Although I am quite familiar with Wikipedia, this project gave me my first experience editing a wiki. It was a wonderful time and I am glad that my first experience is with my fellow classmates. This is also creates less pressure as opposed to making a page on Wikipedia where your page would be critiqued by 'experts'. I think that everyone really put their best foot forward in creating their pages and this heightens the quality of the overall space. I did not notice any deconstructive editing, all edits contributed positively. I was on the space the day we were told about it and it was a barren space. I am amazed and so proud that our class was able to make this Wikispace what it is today.

Suggestions
To the future students of CCT205, I would like to suggest that they not be afraid of this project. Just start contributing and things will come about. I would tell them that even the littlest edit helps the space grow. Add **more** than just what is required because the project will only be enjoyable if it pertains to your interests. For example, many students have contributed to the Food for Thought and Innovative Digital Art sections not because it is required but because they enjoy it! My last suggestion would be to **start early** because wikis take time to grow. Other people need time to look over and contribute to the page. It is important to keep in mind that it is not your page but everyone’s page.