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Academic Use of Wikipedia – Infographic

March 28, 2015 By Mike Wood
Last Modified: October 12, 2015

Wikipedia and academia have always been at war. The reliability of Wikipedia is often questioned and many educational institutions have banned its use for research. Even Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales warns students about citing it as a source.

However, if done correctly, Wikipedia can be a valuable research tool. It is critical to understand the difference between “using it as a reference” and “referencing it in academia.” The following helps visualize how Wikipedia can be used a research tool. For a complete guide on using Wikipedia for academia, download the free guide to academic use of Wikipedia.

 

Using Wikipedia for Academic Research

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About Mike Wood

MIKE WOOD is an online marketer, author, and Wikipedia expert. He is the founder of Legalmorning.com, an online marketing agency that specializes in content writing, brand management, and professional Wikipedia editing. He is a regular contributor to many online publications that have included AllBusiness, Entrepreneur.com, Business Insider, and many more.

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