Archive: 2025/12
Library Science Perspective: How Wikipedia Organizes Information
Wikipedia organizes information using principles from library science-categories, metadata, citations, and editorial policies. It’s not perfect, but its structure makes knowledge accessible, traceable, and adaptable.
New WikiProject Launches and Focus Areas on Wikipedia
Six new WikiProjects launched on Wikipedia in 2025 to fix gaps in coverage of Indigenous languages, disability history, rural healthcare, climate migration, women in STEM, and local histories. These community-driven efforts are transforming who gets represented on the world’s largest encyclopedia.
When Wikipedia Allows Self-Published Sources and Why It Rarely Does
Wikipedia rarely accepts self-published sources because they lack independent verification. Learn when exceptions are made and why reliable, third-party sources are required to maintain accuracy and trust.
How Wikipedia Handles Retractions and Corrections in Cited Sources
Wikipedia updates its articles when cited sources are retracted or corrected, relying on community vigilance and strict sourcing policies to keep information accurate and transparent.
Wikipedia Android App Updates: New Features for Mobile Editors
The Wikipedia Android app now makes editing easy with one-tap edits, smart suggestions, offline mode, and visual tools. Perfect for fixing typos, adding sources, and updating facts on the go.
Closing Content Disputes on Wikipedia: Best Practices for Closers
Learn how to effectively close content disputes on Wikipedia using policy-based reasoning, clear communication, and evidence over opinion. Best practices for editors who want to resolve conflicts fairly and keep articles accurate.
Primary vs Secondary Sources on Wikipedia: When to Use Each
Learn when to use primary and secondary sources on Wikipedia to ensure your research is accurate and credible. Understand the difference and how to trace facts back to reliable original material.
Persistent Dispute Areas on Wikipedia: Israel-Palestine, US Politics, and Russia
Wikipedia's most contentious pages-Israel-Palestine, US politics, and Russia-are battlegrounds of competing narratives. Learn how edit wars shape what you read, why neutrality is so hard, and how to spot reliable information.
How Language-Specific Policies Differ Across Wikipedias
Wikipedia's policies vary dramatically across languages due to cultural, legal, and political differences. What's allowed on English Wikipedia may be banned on Arabic or Russian versions. Understanding these differences reveals how knowledge is shaped by context.
Language Diversity in Wikipedia Communities: How Multilingual Editors Collaborate
Wikipedia's 300+ language editions hold unique global knowledge, but collaboration across languages remains limited. Learn how editors overcome cultural and technical barriers to build a truly worldwide encyclopedia.
How Librarians Use Wikipedia to Teach Information Literacy
Librarians are turning Wikipedia from a banned resource into a powerful teaching tool. Learn how they use it to teach students critical research skills, source evaluation, and digital citizenship in academic settings.
Global Wikidata Birthday Events for Wikipedia Contributors
Every December 1, Wikipedia contributors worldwide add birth dates to Wikidata, bringing forgotten lives into the open knowledge record. Learn how this quiet movement is reshaping digital history.
