ESEAP Conference 2024/Submissions/Transforming Boarding School Students Through Wikipedia

TRANSFORMING BOARDING SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH WIKIPEDIA

Abstract/description

In this session, we will delve into real-life examples, and innovative approaches that demonstrate how Wikipedia can empower boarding school students in Sandakan to become active creators and discerning consumers of knowledge. From exploring diverse topics to collaborating with peers on editing projects, attendees will gain insights into how Wikipedia can enrich the boarding school experience and cultivate lifelong learning skills.

Relationship to ESEAP or to the theme

Collaboration between boarding schools and education office

Username/s

• Speaker 1: Iamirene2
• Speaker 2: Cikgu Mullet

Session type

Lecture

Duration

30 minutes

Session outcomes

• At the end of the session, participants would gain insights into how Wikipedia transforms boarding school students, along with best practices in implementing Wikipedia programs in boarding schools.