For Wikipedia’s Army of Volunteer Editors, Content Begets Content
For Wikipedia’s Army of Volunteer Editors, Content Begets Content
9/26/2016
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This article from Stanford Graduate School of Business explores the concept of crowd-sourcing knowledge and content generation through Wikipedia. It highlights the dedication and contributions of volunteer editors who ensure the accuracy and quality of Wikipedia's content. The article discusses how Wikipedia has evolved into a powerful and reliable source of information due to the commitment of its volunteer editors. It also delves into the motivation behind these editors' contributions and highlights the significance of their work in creating a vast and diverse knowledge base. Overall, the article emphasizes the vital role played by volunteer editors in the success and growth of Wikipedia.
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wikipedia ꞏ content creation ꞏ online collaboration ꞏ open-source ꞏ information sharing ꞏ volunteerism ꞏ crowdsourcing ꞏ digital media ꞏ knowledge creation ꞏ community-driven ꞏ online encyclopedia ꞏ internet culture ꞏ user-generated content ꞏ information access ꞏ information democracy ꞏ content contributors ꞏ online community ꞏ social media ꞏ digital culture ꞏ knowledge sharing ꞏ collaborative editing ꞏ knowledge production ꞏ information dissemination ꞏ internet activism ꞏ online participation ꞏ open access ꞏ online resources ꞏ digital knowledge ꞏ knowledge ecosystem ꞏ information contribution ꞏ collaborative knowledge