Websites created for courses and student projects provide access to class materials and help disseminate student research. WordPress is a free program for website design with many benefits such as ease of use, privacy protection, and compatibility with other digital platforms.
Presentations
WordPress.com: a pedagogical tool
Debbie McCollin from UWI, Trinidad and Tobago discusses the benefits and limitations of using WordPress in the classroom.
Example Website
Debbie McCollin created “Digital History at UWI.”
Example Website
Kimberly Bain created “Ghosts in the Water: Chinese Women in Trinidad”
Resources
WordPress Tutorials
Learn how to build a website with WordPress help guides.
WP Beginner
A beginner’s guide with detailed tutorials about WordPress.
