Week4: FENG YUANCHEN

 This week’s class mainly focused on practical Wikipedia editing. The key task was to write summaries for video game–related articles based on reviews, as well as to improve article quality and credibility through the use of reliable sources.


Although there are already many video game articles on Wikipedia, a significant number of them lack sufficient citations and professional evaluations. Therefore, we are expected to enhance their reliability by adding high-quality sources. This made me realize that editing Wikipedia is not only about “writing content,” but more importantly about “verifying content.”


In terms of finding sources, I learned how to use Wikipedia’s “Reliable Sources” list to filter and evaluate information. This tool compiles a large number of recognized websites and media outlets, making it very helpful in determining the credibility of information. Compared to English sources, reliable sources in Chinese and Korean are relatively limited, so in practice we need to be more proactive in searching for high-quality game reviews from professional media or online magazines. This process made me realize that obtaining high-quality information itself requires both skill and patience.


Overall, this week’s learning gave me a deeper understanding of the practical aspects of Wikipedia editing. From identifying reliable sources to writing well-structured summaries, each step requires balancing content quality with credibility. At the same time, I gradually realized that on an open collaborative platform, maintaining neutrality and reliability is extremely important, which also provides a clear direction for my future editing work.

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  1. Nguyen Duc DuyApril 4, 2026 at 3:22 AM

    I agree that verifying content is just as important as writing it. I also noticed how finding reliable sources, especially in Chinese and Korean, takes skill and patience. It makes me wonder how to judge which sources are trustworthy when professional reviews are limited.

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  2. wyyz02April 13, 2026 at 11:58 PM

    Your post was very interesting to read. I like how you explained your editing process and what you learned from it. It’s true that even small contributions like adding references can improve the overall quality of Wikipedia.
    I also agree that not all online sources are reliable, which makes editing more challenging.
    One thing I’m curious about is: how long does it usually take you to find a good and reliable source?

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