Tag: Wikipedia engagement

Leona Whitcombe

Retention Experiments on Wikipedia: What Has Worked

Wikipedia's editor retention crisis isn't about technology-it's about humanity. Simple changes like personalized welcomes, mentorship, and reducing hostile feedback have proven to dramatically increase how many volunteers stay and contribute.

Leona Whitcombe

The Signpost's Traffic Reports: What Topics Really Engage Wikipedia Readers

The Signpost's weekly traffic reports reveal what topics Wikipedia readers actually care about-from politics and disasters to viral pop culture. These numbers show real-time global curiosity and how knowledge spreads online.