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Wikipedia again!

ELI 7 Things this month: Wikipedia!

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia anyone can add to or edit. A highly popular resource, Wikipedia has become a primary research tool of college students, and it may help them develop comparative research skills. However, since Wikipedia’s entries don’t undergo verified expert review, many academics are concerned about its use for academic purposes.

Always contentious. What do you think: Does Wikipedia have a place in academia?

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