Reading8 (Minji Jeong)

[Summary]

      The List of hoaxes on Wikipedia is a collection of instances where Wikipedia articles were created or edited with false or misleading information, often as a prank or as a deliberate attempt to deceive readers. The hoaxes range from minor errors to elaborate and widespread campaigns, and they can have serious consequences for the credibility of Wikipedia and the spread of misinformation. Some hoaxes were quickly discovered and corrected, while others remained on Wikipedia for months or even years before being exposed. Wikipedia has implemented various measures to prevent hoaxes and to detect and remove them, including automated bots, community monitoring, and stricter verification requirements for new articles. However, hoaxes continue to be a challenge for Wikipedia and a reminder of the importance of critical thinking and fact-checking in online research.


[Interesting point]


One interesting point is the measures that Wikipedia has implemented to prevent hoaxes and improve the reliability of its content, such as automated bots, community monitoring, and stricter verification requirements. This highlights the ongoing efforts to address the issue of hoaxes on Wikipedia and the importance of continually improving and refining these measures.

 


[Discussion angle]


What are the potential consequences of hoaxes on Wikipedia for the credibility of online information, and how can we as individuals and society be more vigilant in verifying the accuracy of information we encounter online?

Comments

  1. Lee EunsukApril 27, 2023 at 6:58 PM

    This results in misinformation and reduces the quality of articles. To solve this problem, fake articles must be selected using an automatic classification system.

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  2. YE SIQIApril 27, 2023 at 9:28 PM

    It has a potential negative impact on the reliability of online information.influencing people's willingness to search for information on Wikipedia.We can use critical thinking skills to evaluate information.ask questions and look for evidence to support or refute information.

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