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Using Sandboxes to Plan Major Wikipedia Article Improvements
Learn how to use Wikipedia sandboxes to plan and test major article improvements before publishing. Avoid reverts, build consensus, and create higher-quality content with proven editing practices.
MediaWiki Software: How Wikipedia Runs Behind the Scenes
MediaWiki is the open-source software behind Wikipedia, built to handle millions of edits and users. Learn how it works, why it's different from other platforms, and how you can use it yourself.
Fact Sheets and Media Kits: How to Explain Wikipedia to Journalists
Learn how to give journalists the tools they need to understand Wikipedia’s real structure-fact sheets, media kits, and practical guides that turn misconceptions into trusted sourcing.
Regulatory Pressures: How Content Moderation Rules Are Changing Online Encyclopedias
Regulatory laws are forcing online encyclopedias like Wikipedia to change how they handle edits, sources, and content removal. What once was open collaboration is now a legal minefield.
How to Improve Wikipedia Articles to Avoid Deletion
Learn how to improve Wikipedia articles to avoid deletion by meeting notability standards, using reliable sources, and writing in an encyclopedic tone. Practical steps for editors to keep their articles live.
Student Editors on Wikipedia: How College Students Shape and Struggle with the World's Largest Encyclopedia
Student editors are quietly shaping Wikipedia by fixing misinformation, adding citations, and expanding underrepresented topics - but they face steep learning curves and harsh feedback. Here's how they contribute and what needs to change.
Wikipedia Protection Policy: When and How Pages Are Protected
Wikipedia protects pages to prevent vandalism and misinformation. Learn how and why articles get semi-protected, fully protected, or extended confirmed, and what you can do if you can't edit a locked page.
Community Governance on Wikipedia vs Corporate Editorial Control
Wikipedia relies on volunteers and open collaboration, while corporate encyclopedias like Britannica use paid editors and strict control. Which model delivers better, more accurate knowledge? Here’s how they really compare.
Common Policy Mistakes New Wikipedia Editors Should Avoid
New Wikipedia editors often make avoidable mistakes like using biased language, adding unreliable sources, or ignoring notability rules. Learn the top policy errors and how to fix them to keep your edits live.
Citation Density on Wikipedia: How Many References Are Enough
Wikipedia's reliability depends on how well its claims are backed by sources. Learn how many citations are enough, what counts as reliable, and how to spot weak references.
How to Recover Sources to Save a Wikipedia Article from Deletion
Learn how to find and add reliable sources to save a Wikipedia article from deletion. Step-by-step guidance on locating credible references, citing them properly, and responding to deletion nominations.
Data Ethics and Privacy Considerations in Wikipedia Studies
Wikipedia research often uses public edit data without consent, risking editor privacy and safety. Ethical studies must prioritize anonymity, consent, and community trust over convenience.
