Reading4: -CAI YAYU

1） Summary 

Wikipedia provides a wide range of information and knowledge for people to find and learn from. Wikipedia's goal is to provide accurate, comprehensive and neutral information so that readers can understand and research different topics.
Although Wikipedia is edited collaboratively by volunteers, it is still an important reference tool. This is because Wikipedia's editing process is open and transparent, allowing anyone to view the editing history of a page and track the source of each change. In addition, many articles in Wikipedia have been reviewed and revised by multiple editors to ensure their accuracy and objectivity.
However, it is important to note that the information on Wikipedia is not always completely accurate or comprehensive. Therefore, when using Wikipedia as a reference tool, information should be reviewed and verified, and other reliable sources should be sought to confirm the accuracy of the information. It is best to use Wikipedia as a starting point for information, rather than as an end point.

2）Interesting point

Unlike traditional printed encyclopaedias, Wikipedia is an open platform where anyone can edit and modify articles to make them more accurate and complete. This open editing model is one of the keys to Wikipedia's success, as it allows for the collective creation and sharing of knowledge, allowing Wikipedia to be constantly updated and improved, thus becoming a large and growing knowledge base.
Wikipedia has also come under some criticism, as some inaccurate or controversial information may also appear in it due to its open editing model. To address this, Wikipedia has taken a number of measures to ensure the accuracy and neutrality of its articles, such as strict editorial guidelines and review processes, as well as discussion pages.
In short, Wikipedia is a large and growing knowledge base that aims to be a reliable, comprehensive and neutral reference tool that allows people to freely access and share knowledge.

3）Discussion

What should we do in the face of a controversial Wikipedia?

Comments

  1. LUANQIANYUEMarch 31, 2023 at 12:07 AM

    Distinguish whether the source of the material is reliable and determine the position of the wiki editors based on the source.

    ReplyDelete
  2. ZENG WANTINGMarch 31, 2023 at 1:32 AM

    I think we should according to the existing documents, estimate whether the document source reliable, finally to determine this document is reliable.

    ReplyDelete
  3. XU RUOCIMarch 31, 2023 at 7:14 AM

    I think we should respect the objective facts of the matter. Look for the most reliable evidence when disputes arise.

    ReplyDelete

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