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=Purpose:= =Research21C is an opportunity to explore student notetaking skills using the wiki format. As researchers ourselves you will walk in the shoes of a 21C researcher to explore how this medium can be used to collect, share and evaluate information sources on a specified topic.= There are four subtopics related to the topic of 21c electronic notetaking.


 * Step 1:** Each member of the group will be given one subtopic to start with.
 * Use the cut and paste strategy in this first step to locate relevant information.
 * Include web addresses which you cut and paste from.


 * Step 2:** Once you have finished collecting information on your designated subtopic you will be asked to read the research results from another subtopic.
 * Your task in this second step will be to complete an internet search for additional or contradictory material.
 * At this stage you should be checking the facts you have read for accuracy and completeness. Contradictory material is nearly always present for every topic. You should locate and include this material.
 * When adding this information **use a colour other than black.** In this way the additonal, contradictory material will be obvious.
 * Include any additional web addresses consulted.


 * Step 3:** Create a new page.
 * Use the following page name and insert you name where appropriate: **How effective is a wiki in developing notetaking skills?** **Discuss** (state your name)
 * Use the information from the subtopic pages to build your argument.
 * Add a bibliography from the websites which were identified in