Activity 1: Creating a Wiki on Genetic
Code and Protein Synthesis
In this
activity, you will create a wiki on Genetic Code and Protein Synthesis and
invite participants to collaborate on content creation.1. Browse the Internet using Google Chrome2. Type the URL address: www.wikispaces.com3. You will get the following “sign-in” or “Join” page4. If you
already have a Wikispaces account, sign-in using your Wikispaces username and
password. Otherwise, use the “join” section. Sign in if you
have an account Or Join and
create an accountA screen will
appear with three options: Dashboard, New Page, and Settings.Check your
email and confirm by clicking on the link.Under
Settings: Check out and adapt the settings, especially the time zone.
New wikiSet
your “Industry”
“K-12 Education”
and click “Create”
“K-12 Education”
and click “Create”
1. Specify a name for
your wiki (no spaces are allowed). Include the topic and your name. Example:
“Protein-Synthesis-YourName”. Use “-” (dash) where needed in place of spaces.
2. Note that
the wiki address will always end with “.wikispaces.com”.
3. Fill in the
information for your new wiki
