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Leona Whitcombe

Managing Conflicts of Interest When Academics Edit Wikipedia

Academics often want to improve Wikipedia articles about their research, but editing directly creates conflicts of interest. Learn how to contribute ethically without violating Wikipedia's policies or undermining public trust.

Leona Whitcombe

Using Preprints on Wikipedia: Risks and Policy Guidance

Wikipedia bans preprints as sources because they haven't been peer-reviewed. Learn when and why preprints are risky, what reliable sources to use instead, and how to follow Wikipedia's policy correctly.

Leona Whitcombe

How Signposts Guide Academic Research on Wikipedia

Wikipedia signposts guide researchers to reliable information by flagging gaps in citations, bias, or quality. Learn how these community tools help academic work and how to use them effectively.

Leona Whitcombe

How to Seek Consensus on Wikipedia Village Pump Proposals

Learn how to build consensus on Wikipedia's Village Pump to get policy proposals approved. Avoid common mistakes and use proven strategies to make your ideas stick.

Leona Whitcombe

Due Weight on Wikipedia: How to Balance Majority and Minority Views in Articles

Wikipedia's due weight policy ensures articles reflect the real balance of evidence from reliable sources-not popularity or personal bias. Learn how to fairly represent majority and minority views without misleading readers.