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Natural Disasters on Wikipedia: How Crisis Coverage Standards Work
Wikipedia's crisis coverage standards ensure accurate, verified information during natural disasters. Learn how volunteers, bots, and strict sourcing rules keep disaster pages reliable - even when everything else is spinning.
How to Reduce Bias in Images and Media on Wikimedia Commons
Learn how to identify and reduce bias in images on Wikimedia Commons by uploading diverse, accurately tagged photos and using community tools to improve representation across global knowledge.
Correcting the Record: Off-Wiki Statements vs. On-Wiki Evidence
Off-wiki statements like tweets and press releases don't override on-wiki evidence. Wikipedia relies on verified, independent sources-not claims from public figures. Learn why documented facts beat loud opinions.
Common Quality Issues in New Wikipedia Articles and How to Fix Them
Learn the most common mistakes in new Wikipedia articles and how to fix them to avoid deletion. Get practical tips on sourcing, neutrality, structure, and notability.
Desk Research with Wikipedia: A Practical Guide for Students and Researchers
Learn how to use Wikipedia effectively for academic desk research-find credible sources, avoid common mistakes, and build a solid foundation for papers and projects without wasting time.
Editor Lifecycle on Wikipedia: From Newcomer to Admin
Discover how Wikipedia editors evolve from newcomers to admins, why most quit, and what keeps the few who stay. Learn the real path to becoming an admin-and how you can help keep Wikipedia alive.
Measuring Neutrality in Wikipedia Articles Using Text Analysis
Text analysis helps measure neutrality in Wikipedia articles by detecting biased language, uneven source use, and structural imbalances. Learn how tools and data reveal hidden bias and improve reliability.
Designing Explainability for AI Edits in Collaborative Encyclopedias
AI is quietly editing Wikipedia and other collaborative encyclopedias-but without explanations, these changes erode trust. Learn how transparent AI edits can preserve accuracy and public confidence in shared knowledge.
Rapid Citation Management in Wikipedia During News Events
During breaking news events, Wikipedia updates rapidly with accurate citations using verified sources, automated tools, and a global network of volunteers. Learn how real-time fact-checking keeps Wikipedia reliable when it matters most.
How Wikidata-Powered Infoboxes Keep Wikipedia Consistent Across Languages
Wikidata-powered infoboxes let Wikipedia maintain accurate, synchronized facts across 300+ languages. One edit updates every version - making global knowledge sharing possible.
How to Request a Copyedit at the Wikipedia Guild of Copy Editors
Learn how to request a copyedit from the Wikipedia Guild of Copy Editors to improve article clarity, grammar, and readability. Step-by-step guide for editors aiming for higher quality standards.
Naming Controversies on Wikipedia: Place Names, Titles, and Bias
Wikipedia's naming rules for places and people often reflect political power, not just language. From Kyiv to Taiwan, how names are chosen reveals deeper biases-and who gets to decide.
