Modern Wikipedia Beginner Tutorial

Wikipedia is a free, online encyclopedia that contains articles on a wide range of topics, from history and science to pop culture and current events. It is written collaboratively by volunteers from around the world, who work together to create, edit, and maintain its content. As one of the most popular websites on the internet, Wikipedia has become an essential resource for people looking for reliable, up-to-date information on a variety of subjects. Wikipedia remains a valuable tool for research and learning and continues to play an essential role in shaping our collective knowledge of the world. This course will get you started contributing to Wikipedia.

25 minutes 36 Enrolled 5.0 (1) Beginner

Welcome to our comprehensive course on learning how to improve and create articles on Wikipedia!

In this course, we’ll cover everything you need to know about contributing to Wikipedia, from the basics of editing and adding citations to more advanced topics like creating new articles and adding images. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced editor, this course is designed to help you improve your skills and become a valuable contributor to one of the most popular websites in the world.

What you’ll learn;

  1. Creating a Wikipedia account
  2. Adding text to Wikipedia
  3. Adding a Wiki link to a Wikipedia article
  4. Adding photos to a Wikipedia article
  5. Adding an info box to a Wikipedia article
  6. Adding citations to a Wikipedia article
  7. Creating a stub article on Wikipedia

Throughout the course, we’ll guide you through a series of modules that cover all aspects of contributing to Wikipedia. You’ll learn how to navigate the site, how to find reliable sources, how to format and structure articles, and much more. Each module is packed with practical tips and real-world examples to help you understand the concepts and apply them to your own editing.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in editing and creating articles on Wikipedia, as well as a deeper understanding of how the platform works and how to contribute to it effectively. So whether you’re a student, a researcher, a writer, or just someone who wants to improve their Wikipedia skills, this course is the perfect way to get started.

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What Will I Learn?

  • Creating a Wikipedia account
  • Adding text to Wikipedia
  • Adding a Wiki link to a Wikipedia article
  • Adding photos to a Wikipedia article
  • Adding an info box to a Wikipedia article
  • Adding citations to a Wikipedia article
  • Creating a stub article on Wikipedia

Richard Edozie

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