Week6 CAI ZHIHANG

 

1. Summary

After reading these sections, I learned that creating a short Wikipedia article about a notable book requires basic information, clear writing, and reliable sources. Editors should explain why the book is important and include references. I also learned that Wikipedia is written by “Wikipedians,” which are volunteers from different countries who work together to improve articles and share knowledge online.

2. Interesting Points

I found it interesting that ordinary people, not only experts, can become Wikipedians and contribute to articles. I also learned that even a short article needs reliable sources and proper structure. Another interesting point is that Wikipedia depends heavily on teamwork and community participation to keep articles updated.

3. Questions or Discussion

One question I have is how Wikipedia decides whether a book is “notable” enough to have its own article. I also wonder if volunteer editors sometimes disagree strongly about article content. Another discussion point is whether Wikipedia can continue growing successfully if fewer people volunteer to edit in the future.