W6: "Encyclopedic Anxiety", "A Globe in Accord" /진신

Encyclopedic Anxiety

Summary

 Over time, the average quality of Wikipedia articles rises, but Wikipedians’ standards rise more quickly. — OpenToppedBus’s First Law. 

The higher the standards that Wikipedia aims for, the more that Wikipedia will appear sub-standard to the outside world. — OpenToppedBus’s Corollary.

This article describes contemporary criticism from a historical perspective: Wikipedia, like other references before it, has caused greater anxiety about technological and social change. This raises the question of whether Wikipedia represents new forms of content production that are changing the role of individuals, the characteristics of cultural products, and the authority and viability of established cultural institutions.

The problem arises because somehow to indulge their themes and sources.A popular perspective on the reference work is the biography of the people who create them. The range of personality types spans a spectrum ranging from noble self-improvers to the criminally insane, though they all shared a commitment to their craft. This same commitment can be seen in present-day Wikipedians, and is a target of scorn by some critics.Wikipedia can serve not only as a reference work, but also, at the same time, as a study of how knowledge is constructed and contested.

Interesting

"The real issue to explore, then, is the extent to which access to encyclopedic production is provided to those without 'credentials and expertise.' "

Discussion

Is Wikipedia still a free encyclopedia after being reviewed by experts (viewpoints)?

A Globe in Accord

Summary

" Just as “neutral” should not be understood as a description of the encyclopedia but as an aspiration and intentional stance of its contributors, one should appreciate ideals of universalism, openness, and good faith in a similar light."

Indeed, Wikipedia is an exemplar of the reflective character of open content communities. And just when arguments that Wikipedia would never amount to anything ceased, new arguments about its imminent death took their place. Based on research showing that Wikipedia contribution is slowing.

Interesting

'Based on research showing that Wikipedia contribution is slowing.' Internet-based Wikipedia has shown signs of decline in the age of Internet development. People's demand for objective information is gradually increasing. 

Discussion

What will be Wikipedia's future look like?

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