Category: Online Encyclopedias - Page 5
How Wikipedia Contributors Gain and Use Academic Expertise
Wikipedia's accuracy depends on a mix of academic experts and passionate non-academics. Learn how credentials shape editing, where bias creeps in, and why anyone with reliable sources can help build trusted knowledge.
Visualizing Topics With Wikipedia Data: Tools for Data Journalists
Discover how data journalists use Wikipedia's real-time edit history and page views to uncover trends, track misinformation, and build stories. Free tools like WikiWho and Pageviews Analysis turn public edits into powerful reporting insights.
Systemic Bias on Wikipedia: How Editor Demographics Shape What We See Online
Wikipedia's editor demographics skew heavily toward white, male, Western professionals, leading to systemic gaps in coverage of women, non-Western cultures, and marginalized communities. This bias shapes what the world sees as true.
Writing Guidelines for The Signpost: Style and Sourcing
Learn how to write for The Signpost, Wikipedia's community newspaper, with clear guidelines on style, sourcing, structure, and avoiding common mistakes. Essential reading for anyone documenting Wikipedia's inner workings.
Policy Case Studies: BLP Reforms and Aftermath on Wikipedia
Wikipedia's BLP policy reforms since 2006 have made biographies safer but less inclusive. Learn how changes in sourcing, protection, and equity efforts shaped modern editing practices and who gets left behind.
How Press Freedom Shapes the Reliability of News Sources on Wikipedia
Press freedom ensures accurate, independent journalism-which is the foundation of reliable information on Wikipedia. Without it, Wikipedia's content becomes incomplete, biased, or outdated.
How to Use Wikipedia Talk Pages for Classroom Debates
Wikipedia talk pages reveal how knowledge is debated and built-making them powerful tools for teaching students to think critically, spot bias, and evaluate sources in the classroom.
University Partnerships With Wikipedia: How Colleges Are Improving Education Through Collaborative Projects
Universities worldwide are integrating Wikipedia editing into courses to teach research, writing, and critical thinking. Students create real, public articles that reach millions-transforming education into contribution.
Echo Notifications on Wikipedia: Settings and Productivity Hacks
Learn how to set up and use Wikipedia's Echo notifications to stay on top of edits, replies, and feedback without getting overwhelmed. Boost your editing efficiency with smart settings and proven productivity hacks.
Pageview Analytics: How Wikipedia Measures Its Global Audience
Wikipedia tracks over 12 billion monthly pageviews to understand its global audience without compromising privacy. Learn how this open encyclopedia measures reach, what the data reveals about real-world use, and why it matters.
Vector and Skin Systems: How Wikipedia Designs Its User Interfaces
Wikipedia's vector-based skin system lets users customize their interface without changing content. Learn how Vector 2022 and other skins work, why they matter, and how to choose the best one for your needs.
Speedy Deletion Tagging on Wikipedia: How to Choose the Right Criteria Accurately
Learn how to accurately tag articles for speedy deletion on Wikipedia using the correct criteria. Avoid common mistakes and help keep Wikipedia reliable and trustworthy.
