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Avoid bias. Articles should be written from a neutral point of view, representing views fairly, proportionately and without bias. From Wikipedia's Key Policies and Guidelines
I think (next to the Trivia Sections are Discouraged on Wikipedia boxes), the note I am most likely to see is the "The Neuturality of this Article is Disputed" warning at the top of a page or section.
Seeing as we're all human beings, some argue that neutrality is almost impossible, or at least really difficult. I mean, aren't all academic papers biased? They're trying to prove a point, after all. What is Wikipedia trying to prove? Nothing.
Then why is it here?
Include only verifiable information. If the information in an article is controversial or likely to be challenged, a reliable source must be cited so that the reader can verify the information. From Wikipedia's Key Policies and Guidelines
I guess this is a good tactic for an encyclopedia, but not such a great one for a website that people misuse as the complete guide to the universe. I can see Wikipedia falling behind on current events, if only by a few hours. Since a few hours is a few years in internet time, we've now dealing with a pretty unreliable source. Of course, this is a slippery slope argument, and not a very good one, but you get my point.
All articles must follow our no original research policy, and strive for verifiable accuracy: unreferenced material may be removed, so please provide references. From Wikipedia's Five Pillars
Same thing. Even if I travel to the center of the earth and discover that there's nothing down there but an all-night wine and cheese tasting charity event, I'm not allowed to put it on Wikipedia until after I publish a book on it, and subsequent missions are sent back to verify my claims and take pictures.
Wikipedia does not have firm rules besides the five general principles presented here. Be bold in editing, moving, and modifying articles. Although it should be aimed for, perfection is not required. Do not worry about making mistakes
Well, I actually feel a little better now. Maybe they won't completely rip my head off when I edit an article later on. If my virtual ego is bruised, it's your fault, Dr. Jerz. The most interesting thing I've ever done on wikipedia is revert vandalism.
Wikipedia is free content that anyone may edit.
Don't remind me.
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I think (next to the Trivia Sections are Discouraged on Wikipedia boxes), the note I am most likely to see is the "The Neuturality of this Article is Disputed" warning at the top of a page or section.
Seeing as we're all human beings, some argue that neutrality is almost impossible, or at least really difficult. I mean, aren't all academic papers biased? They're trying to prove a point, after all. What is Wikipedia trying to prove? Nothing.
Then why is it here?
Include only verifiable information. If the information in an article is controversial or likely to be challenged, a reliable source must be cited so that the reader can verify the information. From Wikipedia's Key Policies and Guidelines
I guess this is a good tactic for an encyclopedia, but not such a great one for a website that people misuse as the complete guide to the universe. I can see Wikipedia falling behind on current events, if only by a few hours. Since a few hours is a few years in internet time, we've now dealing with a pretty unreliable source. Of course, this is a slippery slope argument, and not a very good one, but you get my point.
All articles must follow our no original research policy, and strive for verifiable accuracy: unreferenced material may be removed, so please provide references. From Wikipedia's Five Pillars
Same thing. Even if I travel to the center of the earth and discover that there's nothing down there but an all-night wine and cheese tasting charity event, I'm not allowed to put it on Wikipedia until after I publish a book on it, and subsequent missions are sent back to verify my claims and take pictures.
Wikipedia does not have firm rules besides the five general principles presented here. Be bold in editing, moving, and modifying articles. Although it should be aimed for, perfection is not required. Do not worry about making mistakes
Well, I actually feel a little better now. Maybe they won't completely rip my head off when I edit an article later on. If my virtual ego is bruised, it's your fault, Dr. Jerz. The most interesting thing I've ever done on wikipedia is revert vandalism.
Wikipedia is free content that anyone may edit.
Don't remind me.
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