Week 9 - Review about the article “Wikipedia in Culture”-YUJIE 여결

Summary

Wikipedia has not only become one of the most important online encyclopedias globally but has also had a profound impact on multiple cultural fields. It involves users in creating and modifying content through open editing, an openness that to some extent upends traditional methods of knowledge dissemination. At the same time, Wikipedia also influenced the education system, becoming an important tool for students and scholars to access resources. However, as the content scale continues to expand, Wikipedia also faces challenges in terms of information accuracy and editor authentication, with many controversies sparking discussions about its fairness and reliability. Furthermore, Wikipedia's application in the fields of art and media has sparked changes in cultural creativity, not only as an information platform but also as part of modern social culture.


Interesting points

The impact of Wikipedia extends beyond the dissemination of information, playing a significant role in the formation and spread of culture. Through open editing, Wikipedia enables global users to participate in knowledge creation, enhancing a sense of belonging and responsibility towards knowledge.

Furthermore, Wikipedia's role in education should not be overlooked. It breaks down information barriers in traditional educational models, enabling both students and teachers to easily access a wide range of materials. Many schools use it as a teaching tool to help students better understand and learn various subjects.

Wikipedia promotes cultural exchange and integration worldwide. Due to its multilingual version, it enables people from different cultural backgrounds to easily access global knowledge and promotes the sharing of global knowledge through platform interactions.

Overall, Wikipedia is not just a source of information; it has become a crucial component of modern cultural exchange and dissemination. Its openness and freedom to edit enable people around the world to share knowledge, promoting cultural diversity and innovation.


Discussion

Wikipedia's open editing model engages global users in content creation, but how can we ensure its accuracy and fairness?

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