Scaling up and supporting WordPress: here come the clones
Why WordPress?
- powerful, extensible, flexible
- open source code, formats (no lock-in)
- widely used in and beyond education
- proficiency is a transferable skill
"Where do I begin?"
"I just want to share my stuff."
One approach: strip down and simplify
Cloning
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Source site: styled, structured, instructions embedded
Students can highlight or protect identity.
Work within or customize the starter site structure.
Indigenous Knowledge Makers ePortfolio
Iterated and improved support
We are building...
- a shared platform, federated authentication (Shibboleth) with cloned, templated starter sites
- a cooperative Community Of Practice support model
- hosting on BCNET EduCloud (privacy legislation compliance)
- complementary platforms: Sandstorm, Commons in a Box, Mattermost