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The Evolution of Wikipedia's Copyright Policies and Licensing
Wikipedia’s shift from GFDL to Creative Commons licensing transformed how global knowledge is shared. Learn how its copyright policies evolved to support free reuse, community enforcement, and AI-era challenges.
Media Criticism of Wikipedia: Common Patterns and How Wikipedia Responds
Media often criticizes Wikipedia for bias and inaccuracies, but its open model allows rapid correction. This article explores common criticisms, how Wikipedia responds, and why it remains the most transparent reference tool online.
Template:In the News: Wikipedia's Curated News Box Explained
Wikipedia's 'In the News' box is a human-curated, fact-checked snapshot of major global events, updated daily by volunteers who prioritize accuracy over speed. It's one of the most reliable quick-reference news tools online.
How Wikidata Policies Interact with Wikipedia Editorial Standards
Wikidata and Wikipedia share data but follow different rules. Wikidata prioritizes machine-readable consistency; Wikipedia demands human-verified sources. When they clash, editors must navigate conflicting standards to keep information accurate and trustworthy.
How to Evaluate Think Tanks and Advocacy Groups as Sources on Wikipedia
Learn how to evaluate think tanks and advocacy groups as sources on Wikipedia. Discover red flags, verification methods, and when these sources are acceptable-or not.
Why Wikipedia Avoids Top-Down Editorial Control Despite Global Scale
Wikipedia thrives without top-down control by relying on community norms, transparent processes, and open collaboration. Millions of edits daily are guided by policy, not authority - making it one of the most resilient knowledge systems ever built.
How Tourism Seasons Shape Wikipedia Destination Pages
Wikipedia destination pages reflect real-world tourism seasons through edits, updates, and user contributions. Learn how travel patterns shape content - and how you can help make them more accurate.
Managing Conflicts of Interest When Academics Edit Wikipedia
Academics often want to improve Wikipedia articles about their research, but editing directly creates conflicts of interest. Learn how to contribute ethically without violating Wikipedia's policies or undermining public trust.
How Wikipedia Policies Exclude Oral Traditions and Local Knowledge
Wikipedia's reliance on written sources excludes oral traditions and local knowledge, silencing cultures that don't fit its rigid verification standards. This isn't neutrality-it's systemic bias.
How Wikipedia Talk Pages Shape Articles Before You Ever Read Them
Wikipedia articles aren't written in isolation-they're shaped by hidden debates on talk pages. Learn how these behind-the-scenes discussions ensure accuracy, resolve disputes, and make Wikipedia more reliable than you think.
Edit Conflict Resolution: How Wikipedia Handles Competing Changes
Wikipedia resolves edit conflicts by showing users competing changes side by side, forcing manual merging to preserve accuracy. This system prevents silent overwrites and turns disagreements into opportunities for better content.
Ethics of Editing Wikipedia as Part of Academic Coursework
Students editing Wikipedia for class must follow strict ethical rules to avoid plagiarism, bias, and misinformation. Learn how to contribute responsibly with reliable sources and neutral language.
