Category: Journalism - Page 12
Lessons From Notable Wikipedia Press Errors and Corrections
Wikipedia is often misused by the press as a primary source, leading to major errors. Learn from real cases where media outlets published false claims based on Wikipedia hoaxes-and how to avoid repeating them.
Wikinews Outreach: How to Attract New Volunteer Journalists
Wikinews relies on volunteers to report original news without ads or corporate influence. Learn how to attract and support new citizen journalists who want to make a real impact-no experience needed.
Conflict of Interest Policy: How Editors Stay Neutral When Personal Ties Clash With Professional Duty
Conflict of interest policies in journalism ensure editors don’t let personal ties affect their reporting. Learn how these rules evolved, what they cover today, and why transparency matters more than ever.
Publishing Workflow on Wikinews: From Draft to Peer Review
Learn how Wikinews turns drafts into verified news through open peer review. No editors, no paywalls-just truth, sources, and community checks.
Wikipedia Talk Pages as Windows Into Controversy for Journalists
Wikipedia Talk pages reveal the hidden battles over facts, bias, and influence behind controversial topics. Journalists who learn to read them uncover leads, detect misinformation, and understand how narratives are shaped - often before they hit the headlines.
Legal Risks on Wikinews: Libel, Privacy, and Jurisdiction Explained
Writing for Wikinews carries real legal risks-libel, privacy violations, and cross-border lawsuits. Learn how to report safely without exposing yourself to lawsuits.
