Thank you, everyone. This is such useful information!
I encourage you to please add your experiences/projects/materials/etc to: http://outreach.wikimedia.org/wiki/Libraries - if you haven't already.
There are some exciting next steps in Kent County - we'll report back.
Bettina
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Message: 1 Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:19:20 -0400 From: David Goodman dggenwp@gmail.com To: "Wikimedia & Libraries" libraries@lists.wikimedia.org Subject: Re: [libraries] Wikipedia classes in the Public Library setting Message-ID: <CANiz0h2HHwWdLVUh672kaoZizwiL3hf0oQX= zX_xL3WfqjLkZw@mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="windows-1252"
The NYC Chapter has taught two types of sessions: subject-oriented editathons, which we have held at the New York Public Library research divisions, both at the Main library and at Performing Arts, and general interest classes at both the Brooklyn and New York public library. We plan to hold more of both at these locations, and also hope to do so elsewhere in the city. Even for the subject-oriented classes, many of the participants are really interested in (and need) general instruction.
We have sometimes followed the outline Bob mentioned earlier, relatively formal talks in a more lecture-style setting, we have almost always had at least two experienced Wikipedia editors,sometimes 4 or 5. Our most common format is two of us, one at the computer terminal and one at the screen, changing places every 10 or 15 minutes, starting with a script, but very soon moving on to following the threads suggested by the questions from the audience. Other Wikipedians either take turns, or answer individual questions.
We also do small group instruction and even co-editing--we have been able to maintain at least a ratio of 1 experienced Wikipedia editor to 4 inexperienced participants, and usually better. My advice is that if editing is planned, you need at least a 1:4 ratio, and if possible 1:2. Also, 2 participants to a computer is possible, but 1:1 is better. It is also very advisable to have topics in mind suitable for beginners., though some will have their own ideas.
On Thu, Jun 13, 2013 at 5:57 AM, Anna Raunik <Anna.Raunik@slq.qld.gov.au
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Hi ****
The State Library of Queensland is working with public libraries and regional organisations in this space. ****
We’ve developed a training manual available from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:GLAM/SLQ****
A recent conference presentation is available http://information-online.com.au/proposals.html****
“Doing it the Wikiway – giving local content global access, a grass roots perspective”****
Good luck with your initiative ****
Anna ****
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*From:* libraries-bounces@lists.wikimedia.org [mailto: libraries-bounces@lists.wikimedia.org] *On Behalf Of *Bettina Cousineau *Sent:* Wednesday, 12 June 2013 6:10 AM *To:* libraries@lists.wikimedia.org
*Subject:* [libraries] Wikipedia classes in the Public Library
setting****
Hello - ****
Is anyone else using classroom space in their local public library to teach editing skills/as part of the library's computer class offerings?
I'd
love to hear your experiences. ****
Here's what's going on in Michigan this summer: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Meetup/West_Michigan#2013
Also, has anyone developed a good core curriculum to teach the librarians how to help their patrons use Wikipedia? ****
Thanks for the input. ****
Cheers, ****
Bettina****
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