Last week you likely learned a lot about how Wikipedia works, and the good that can come of it. Whatever your feelings about it, you've got to admit it's an amazing achievement!

But as we all know, there are some darker aspects to any group collaboration, and Wikipedia illustrates those on a grand scale, as well. Let's spend some time exploring what those are, as well as gathering ideas towards putting your own essay together.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of this week, you should be able to:

Determine an appropriate audience for the Wikipedia essay
Draft a thesis statement for the Wikipedia essay
Describe the role that vandalism and gatekeeping play in Wikipedia's contents

FOR FURTHER PRACTICE

These resources are not (usually) mandatory, but will often prove valuable in helping you complete other assignments within the unit. Use them at your discretion.

Chicago Metro History Education Center: "Thesis Activities"
University of Southern Mississippi: "APA Tutorial"
ProProfs: "APA Citation Practice Quiz"

photo by Gideon Burton, available http://www.flickr.com/photos/wakingtiger/3156790955/