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21 Mar
Reliability of Wikipedia: Myths vs Reality for Scholars
Leona Whitcombe

Reliability of Wikipedia: Myths vs Reality for Scholars

Wikipedia is often dismissed by academics, but research shows scholars use it daily to find context and sources. This article separates myths from reality, showing how Wikipedia supports - not replaces - scholarly work.

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