Blogging through Wikipedia (2024)

  1.Summary This article focuses on Wikipedia's MOS guidelines and aims to provide editors with key writing guidelines to ensure the quality and readability of articles. The guide emphasizes the importance of using modern standard English and avoiding excessive use of jargon and industry jargon. Sentences and paragraphs should be kept concise so that the reader can easily understand the content. Additionally, for the use of punctuation and citations, the guidelines emphasize the importance of accuracy and consistency to ensure consistency and clarity in the text. When working with pictures and tables, it is advisable to keep them simple and intuitive, and provide ample explanations so that the reader can understand their role in the article. The article also warns against excessive use of images so as not to interfere with the reader's reading experience. In summary, this MOS guide not only provides clear guidance for editors, but also promotes consistency and accuracy of infor...

  What did I learn while editing Wikipedia?  When I started editing on Wikipedia, I gained a lot of valuable experience and knowledge. Studying Wikipedia-centric throughout the semester gave me an insight into how this open platform works and how important it can impact one's academic career. In this practice-based course, I learned how to edit Wikipedia, from selecting and translating articles that don't have entries, to publishing to the appropriate sandbox, to finally publishing. This process not only honed my practical skills, but also deepened my understanding of theoretical knowledge, such as expanding my background knowledge by watching professors' videos and reading relevant articles. Editing Wikipedia is significantly different from traditional student work. In traditional assignments, I usually need to complete tasks within the topics and frameworks prescribed by the professor, which limits my creativity and space for independent thinking. Editing on Wikipedia, on...

  1.Summary   The "Did You Know" (DYK) section of Wikipedia is a project page on the main page that shows interesting tidbits about some new or significantly updated article. DYK's goal is to inspire editors to contribute more quality content while giving more people the opportunity to see their editors and gain exposure. However, the content presented in DYK must meet some basic requirements, for example, the entries must be long enough to ensure reliable reference support. In addition, the trivia presented must be concise, interesting, and hold the reader's attention. Once editors have completed these basic requirements, they can nominate their work, which, if it passes the review process, has the opportunity to be shown in the DYK section. In this way, DYK not only makes Wikipedia more informative and interesting, but also encourages more people to actively participate in editing and contributing. 2. Interesting Point   The content presented in the DYK section come...

  1.Summary   This article explores Wikipedia's classification system, an important tool for organizing and building content that helps readers and editors find information more easily. Categories make it easier to navigate and find information by grouping similar items together. Although classification is not the only way to navigate, it has an important place in Wikipedia. The basic principles of the classification system include accuracy, non-overlap, avoiding over-classification, and ensuring that each entry is properly grouped. Categories should be subject oriented rather than overly superficial descriptions. Wikipedia's classification structure is hierarchical. The top categories are relatively broad, such as "sociological," while the categories become more specific as you go further down the hierarchy, such as "lower agricultural society" or "industrial society." An entry can belong to more than one category in order to be found in different...

  1.Summary   This article provides guidelines for creating new Wikipedia articles and improving their quality. Before creating a new article, preparation is crucial. This includes being familiar with Wikipedia's rules, ensuring a neutral point of view, and choosing topics that are familiar and interesting. The draft of the article is the key to start, and then gradually expand the content. The structure of the essay should be clear, the paragraphs are organized, and the language is concise and easy to understand. Each paragraph needs to be supported by accurate information and reliable references. The use of images and multimedia content can improve the quality of articles, but editors need to ensure that such content is copyrighted and appropriately complements the text. Communication with other editors is crucial, especially when completing or editing the content of an article. By communicating with other editors, you can ensure the accuracy and completeness of your article...

  1.Summary   Wikimedia Commons is a media repository created and maintained by volunteers whose primary purpose is to provide central storage of freely licensed media files, including photos, graphics, animations, music, and more. As a sister project to Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons users can upload media files that meet certain licensing conditions. These conditions include public domain or specific creative Commons licenses. The gallery page is designed to provide users with a better way to organize and present, and to provide suitable supplements for different types of media files. Media files uploaded by users should meet certain criteria, such as having the highest possible resolution, to ensure their applicability in different scenarios. For large images, it is recommended to provide a smaller version to facilitate software processing. When using these images in Wikipedia, users simply link to the file name. In order to help users better understand and manage media files...

 I tend to use both AI and Wikipedia for information. Ai provides a wide range and depth of search, with access to a variety of resources and academic literature, while Wikipedia provides a quick and concise overview, often quickly learning the basics of a topic. Combined, the two can provide a more comprehensive and accurate understanding. Wikipedia is often a good place to start, providing a basic framework, while AI can delve further into specific areas or problems. At the same time, I will search other sources as needed to ensure the most accurate and comprehensive information.

While AI technology can be used to automatically generate content, there are some challenges and considerations when it comes to the art of creating Wikipedia. First, Wikipedia content needs to be reviewed and verified to ensure accuracy and reliability. While AI can generate large amounts of text, it may not be able to ensure that what is generated is accurate, especially when it comes to the high levels of subjectivity and complexity involved in the arts and humanities. Second, Wikipedia editors and contributors often have the expertise and experience to provide in-depth insights and exhaustive information for articles. Ai may lack the understanding and judgment of the art field to provide quality and depth comparable to professional editing. Finally, Wikipedia's art content often addresses issues of copyright and intellectual property. Content generated by artificial intelligence may infringe on the intellectual property rights of others, leading to legal disputes and copyright ...

  1.Summary   Remix culture is considered a culture that encourages the creation of derivative works by editing existing material, challenging exclusive copyright restrictions while also promoting the free flow of ideas. In Remix, Lessig discusses the transition from a read-only culture to a literate culture, where the rise of digital technology has redefined how culture is created and disseminated, enabling more frequent interactions between producers and consumers, while democratizing the generation of ideas and the dissemination of content. The history of remix culture dates back to the 19th century, although the balance between creation and consumption changed during the development of analog recording and reproduction techniques. In the analog era of the early 20th century, specialized creative devices and cheap consumer devices led to the enhancement of proprietary copyright restrictions and the weakening of the public domain. However, with the rise of digital technology...

  1.Summary   This article depicts the references and influence of Wikipedia in culture. First, the article points to the phenomenon of Wikipedia being widely referenced and imitated as part of popular culture. People imitate Wikipedia's openness, sometimes modifying articles in unconstructive ways or using them as references, or even viewing their own Wikipedia entries as a symbol of personal identity. Second, the article mentions some examples of Wikipedia, such as the concept of "wikiness" presented in the Colbert report, which defines Wikipedia as "consensus truth" and mocks the problem of information verification. In politics, Wikipedia has also been in the spotlight. People have tried to modify articles to fit political propaganda or a particular point of view, which has caused a great deal of attention and controversy. Finally, Wikipedia was seen as part of the comic material and was parodied and made fun of by several websites. However, some people have ...

  1.Summary This article introduces the list of pranks in Wikipedia in detail, focusing on the purpose, definition, identification methods and characteristics of pranks. The main contents include the following points: 1. ** Purpose and Definition: ** The purpose of this list is to document historical hoaxes known on Wikipedia, which are defined as attempts to present false information as fact. To be included on the list, pranks must have successfully evaded detection for more than a month or generated discussion in the media. 2. ** Conditions and criteria: ** hoaxes usually have characteristics such as longer article length and less daily traffic. Successful pranks need to meet a number of conditions and criteria to be recognized as genuine pranks. 3. ** Identification methods: ** The automated classification system better identifies Wikipedia hoaxes by examining article structure and content, looking at mentions in other articles, and analyzing the characteristics of the editors w...

  1.Summary Wikipedia is known for its openness and collaboration, becoming one of the main ways for people to access knowledge and information. Its source code policy and verifiability policy require that all articles rely on reliable, publicly available sources and cover as many perspectives as possible. In addition, Wikipedia requires editors to critically evaluate each source, considering its independence, reliability, and applicability in different contexts. Regarding the choice of sources, Wikipedia proposes a series of guidelines, including prioritizing reliable sources such as academic scholarships and news reports, and being wary of biased or opinionated sources of information. In addition, Wikipedia has emphasized vigilance against unreliable sources such as questionable information, sponsored content, and user-generated content that lacks editorial oversight and independent review. Through these policies and guidelines, Wikipedia ensures the accuracy, credibility and aut...

  1.Summary Goodwill Collaboration: The Culture of Wikipedia is by Joseph M. Reagle Jr. A book published in 2010 that delves into the history, reality, and cultural character of Wikipedia and its community. Reagle believes that Wikipedia's success depends not only on its technical aspects, but more importantly on the influence of the Wikipedia community and its cultural norms. The book highlights the critical role of a culture of collaboration, openness and goodwill in Wikipedia's operation and growth. The publication and widespread recognition of this book reflects its significant influence in academia and society. As an Internet sociology scholar and Wikipedia volunteer, Reagle demonstrates an in-depth study and understanding of Wikipedia, skillfully utilizing the various documents produced by the Wikipedia community, such as content pages, discussion pages, and mailing lists, demonstrating his deep understanding and respect for the subject of his research. The book is divide...

  1.Summary The theme of this article is "A Consistent Globe", as the title suggests. The article begins by introducing the origin of the Wikipedia logo, describing it as an Earth globe made up of characters from various languages, symbolizing the fusion of global multilingualism. The author points out that the success of Wikipedia is not only dependent on the ability to collaborate and cooperate; while technology is an important tool for achieving this goal, it also played a role in inspiring the vision of creating a universal encyclopedia. Although the role of technology cannot be ignored, the author stresses that it is far from enough on its own. Wikipedia is not just an online encyclopedia; it is also a community maintained and edited by volunteers. The author then looks back on the controversies and skepticism that Wikipedia has faced since its creation, which have accompanied its growth journey and ultimately led to its current achievements, achieving the goal of a glob...

  1.Summary This chapter discusses leadership issues in open content communities, particularly using Wikipedia as an example. The concept of "benevolent dictator" is introduced, emphasizing the importance of informal leaders in these communities. These leaders, often regarded as respected "authors," play a crucial role in consensus decision-making and conflict resolution, but must be careful not to abuse their power. While some may criticize the "authoritarian" leadership style, communities often rely on more authoritative leaders to make decisions in the face of challenges and disputes. However, this leadership style is controversial as it may lead to abuse of power or bias. Leaders need to find a balance between exercising authority and respecting community democracy. Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, is described as a "benevolent dictator," although he prefers to call himself a "constitutional monarch." His leadership style incl...

  1. Summary Wikipedia, as an open content community, faces many challenges and complexities. This chapter explores the core principles of Wikipedia, "anyone can edit", and how to strike a balance between openness and content quality in practice. The technical functions such as IP address blocking and page protection are further discussed, which not only maintain the quality of content, but also lead to the problem of openness. The operating mechanisms of the Wikipedia community, such as office action and bureaucratic trends, have an impact on the transparency and freedom of the community. While maintaining openness, addressing these challenges is essential, emphasizing the importance of balancing openness with content quality, and calling on the Wikipedia community to continue to explore and improve the ideal open model. 2. interesting point This chapter introduces a project called WikiChix that aims to address gender discrimination on Wikipedia. The project will explore how...

1.Summary  This chapter focuses on the exploration of the encyclopedia of general knowledge and highlights the importance of Wikipedia in this exploration. The chapter begins with an introduction to Jimmy Wales's dream of creating a free encyclopedia, and discusses the historical background behind this dream and the impact of the Enlightenment on the encyclopedia. Although the Welsh dream faces technological challenges, technological progress is considered to be the key to achieving this goal. Then the chapter deeply discusses the traditional technology such as index card and microfilm, as well as the influence of the emergence of digital computer and Internet on the creation of encyclopedia. Altlet is committed to creating a general bibliographic database and classification system, while Wells came up with the concept of "the brain of the world" in the hope of achieving an encyclopedia accessible to all mankind. In addition, the chapter discusses the role of the project ...

1.Summary The report summarizes practical skills learned about Wikipedia and its community discussions by watching videos and reading materials. It was emphasized that community messages should be paid attention to when editing Wikipedia, and editing should be updated and corrected in a timely manner. One of the important factors for Wikipedia's success is its community activities, whose openness and collaboration have led to the formation of a unique culture and clear norms. Although Wikipedia has shown great success, there are some flaws, but people still believe in it. Despite the mistakes, Wikipedia has been a subject of great success, providing important insights into innovation, social change and human progress, the report said. 2. . Interesting Point The report highlights the diversity and global nature of Wikipedia, highlighted through linguistic and cultural connections and the cooperation of editors around the world. Wikipedia is seen as a global, free online platform des...

1. Summary I chose your course because you teach on the basis of Wikipedia, which makes me very attractive. Wikipedia is a global knowledge platform with rich content and diverse resources. By including Wikipedia in teaching, I believe I can have a deeper understanding of the content of the course and improve my ability to access and analyze information by personally participating in editing and contributing. I am interested in this practice-based approach and look forward to a wealth of learning experience and knowledge in your classroom I chose your course because you used an motivational way to learn, that is, to get a scorecard reward by answering questions or completing tasks. This form of reward not only stimulates my interest in learning, but also improves my enthusiasm to participate in classroom interaction. I believe that through this incentive mechanism, I can participate in classroom discussions and activities more actively, so as to better understand and master the content...