For Wikipedia’s Army of Volunteer Editors, Content Begets Content

For Wikipedia’s Army of Volunteer Editors, Content Begets Content

9/26/2016

link

https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/insights/wikipedias-army-volunteer-editors-content-begets-content

summary

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.

tags

digital culture ꞏ knowledge creation ꞏ online resources ꞏ content contributors ꞏ knowledge sharing ꞏ open access ꞏ internet culture ꞏ collaborative knowledge ꞏ online collaboration ꞏ information dissemination ꞏ crowdsourcing ꞏ information access ꞏ online participation ꞏ knowledge ecosystem ꞏ collaborative editing ꞏ digital media ꞏ internet activism ꞏ open source ꞏ content creation ꞏ information democracy ꞏ social media ꞏ knowledge production ꞏ online encyclopedia ꞏ user-generated content ꞏ volunteerism ꞏ information contribution ꞏ digital knowledge ꞏ online community ꞏ community-driven ꞏ information sharing ꞏ wikipedia