Tag: citation guidelines
WikiProject Open Access: A Guide to Reliable Sources
Discover how WikiProject Open Access helps Wikipedia editors find reliable, free sources. Learn to distinguish quality OA journals from predatory ones and improve article verifiability.
Citing Self-Published Sources: Edge Cases in Wikipedia Policy
Learn when and how to use self-published sources on Wikipedia. We break down the rules for primary sources, reliability, and avoiding conflicts of interest.
Wikipedia Reliable Sources: The Complete Guide to Verification
Learn how Wikipedia determines reliable sources. Understand the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary sources, avoid common citation mistakes, and improve your editing skills.
Perennial Reliable Sources List on Wikipedia: What to Know
Wikipedia relies on a core set of perennial reliable sources like The New York Times, The Lancet, and Reuters. Learn what makes a source trustworthy, why some are rejected, and how to evaluate information beyond Wikipedia.
When Wikipedia Allows Self-Published Sources and Why It Rarely Does
Wikipedia rarely accepts self-published sources because they lack independent verification. Learn when exceptions are made and why reliable, third-party sources are required to maintain accuracy and trust.
How to Use Wikipedia in a Literature Review Without Compromising Academic Integrity
Wikipedia isn't a source to cite in a literature review-but it's one of the best tools to find real academic research. Learn how to use it correctly to save time and strengthen your paper.
