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Writing on a | In order to write on a wiki you must first decide what features you want for your wiki. | ||
Writing a wiki requires research. | |||
Make the information on your wiki clear so visitors can easily view and contribute to it. | |||
When working on a wiki there are a few rules, or guidelines that should be followed. | |||
One tip that should always be remembered is to keep it short. | |||
Writers should also use active voice, and avoid passive voice except in subjects they aren't familiar with. | |||
To better engage your vocabulary in your post, try using strong verbs. Always remember to cite your sources, and give credit to where you got your information. | |||
A writer can also link readers to other, more detailed, supporting information with hyper-linking. This type of link sends readers directly to you'r supporting pages. | |||
Make your post interesting by using lists, bold headings, and block quotes. | |||
==Getting Started== | ==Getting Started== | ||
Know the components of research: Make notes on the things you would like to cover on a wiki. | Know the components of research: Make notes on the things you would like to cover on a wiki. | ||
*'''[http://litmuse.mga.edu/litwiki/index.php/How_do_I_go_about_doing_a_research_paper%3F Research]''': | *'''[http://litmuse.mga.edu/litwiki/index.php/How_do_I_go_about_doing_a_research_paper%3F Research]''':
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Keep in mind that research is just that: Re-Search. You must do both, together again and again to impact your scholarship with surrounding sources you find on any subject. | |||
Find (at least) three sources that agree with where you are going.
Outline the points you would like to make, and step forward with your research.
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'''Make sure your resources are from credible sources'''. These will include '''books''', '''articles''' or '''encyclopedia(s)'''. | |||
== Outline == | == Outline == | ||
When finding the main points you would like to make from your research, create an outline. An | When finding the main points you would like to make from your research, create an outline. An '''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Outlines Outline]''': is comprised of a hierarchal uniform information, from most important to least. An outline produces the points, in a type of order to create organization. | ||
==Creating the Unbiased Voice== | |||
When contributing, make sure when before presenting information on a wiki to carefully separate your opinion from the subject. Wiki's are different to academic research papers, blogs and podcasts in this respect. What makes wikipedia have credibility is the fact that the unbiased voice is imperative. Having an unbiased voice invites others to correct your work and be able to contribute in the same fashion you have. Maintaining a wiki is a collaborative effort. | |||
This creates an unbiased, reliable viewpoint. | |||
==Use the Wiki Mark(ups)== | |||
To not come off as a novice, be sure to use the appropriate format when delivering your information. Use correct headlines, bold when necessary, and link to as many sources as possible to nail in your point more effectively. | |||
Revision as of 00:18, 11 November 2013
In order to write on a wiki you must first decide what features you want for your wiki.
Writing a wiki requires research.
Make the information on your wiki clear so visitors can easily view and contribute to it. When working on a wiki there are a few rules, or guidelines that should be followed. One tip that should always be remembered is to keep it short. Writers should also use active voice, and avoid passive voice except in subjects they aren't familiar with. To better engage your vocabulary in your post, try using strong verbs. Always remember to cite your sources, and give credit to where you got your information. A writer can also link readers to other, more detailed, supporting information with hyper-linking. This type of link sends readers directly to you'r supporting pages. Make your post interesting by using lists, bold headings, and block quotes.
Getting Started
Know the components of research: Make notes on the things you would like to cover on a wiki.
Keep in mind that research is just that: Re-Search. You must do both, together again and again to impact your scholarship with surrounding sources you find on any subject. Find (at least) three sources that agree with where you are going. Outline the points you would like to make, and step forward with your research. Make sure your resources are from credible sources. These will include books, articles or encyclopedia(s).
Outline
When finding the main points you would like to make from your research, create an outline. An Outline: is comprised of a hierarchal uniform information, from most important to least. An outline produces the points, in a type of order to create organization.
Creating the Unbiased Voice
When contributing, make sure when before presenting information on a wiki to carefully separate your opinion from the subject. Wiki's are different to academic research papers, blogs and podcasts in this respect. What makes wikipedia have credibility is the fact that the unbiased voice is imperative. Having an unbiased voice invites others to correct your work and be able to contribute in the same fashion you have. Maintaining a wiki is a collaborative effort. This creates an unbiased, reliable viewpoint.
Use the Wiki Mark(ups)
To not come off as a novice, be sure to use the appropriate format when delivering your information. Use correct headlines, bold when necessary, and link to as many sources as possible to nail in your point more effectively.