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Day 6 Wikipedia Intro

Day 6 Wikipedia Intro. Let’s go over the pro’s and con’s of using Wikipedia as a resource. wiki (IPA: <WICK-ee> or <WEE-kee>) In the Hawaiian language, the word "wiki" means "quick"

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Day 6 Wikipedia Intro

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  1. Day 6 Wikipedia Intro Let’s go over the pro’s and con’s of using Wikipedia as a resource

  2. wiki(IPA: <WICK-ee> or <WEE-kee>) • In the Hawaiian language, the word "wiki" means "quick" • Any website based on any kind of Wiki software which enables users to quickly add to, edit and delete from the site's content. • Wikipedia Wiki What?

  3. 3 heads are better than 1 • Wikipedia: 2,025,000+ English articles • There, their, or they’re? • Correct mistakes easily (and indulge your inner OCD grammarian) • Free at last! • Encourage democratic web content • Many wiki sites are free Why Wiki?

  4. Anyone can create a Wiki • Website options • www.wikispaces.com • www.wetpaint.com • www.pbwiki.com • www.wikidot.com More than just Wikipedia

  5. Be careful when using Wikipedia • Anyone can edit • Not the most reliable source • Wikipedia’s Communication Officer said: • “"Wikipedia is a great resource for students to get a good overview of a topic, but it should not be cited in papers or exams since it is not an authoritative source," said Sandy Ordonez. Wiki-weary

  6. Wikipedia is great for finding a quick answer • Do not use Wikipedia as a source for official document • School Paper • Work Report • Wiki’s can be great options if you are interested in creating a website • You can use Wikipedia to find basic information for a source that might help you determine more key words for a search of reliable resources Takeaways

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