ERIC Number: EJ998083
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 20
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ISSN: ISSN-1052-4800
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Power and Peril of Wikipedia: Exercises in Social and Industrial/Organizational Psychology Courses
Bernhardt, P. C.
Journal on Excellence in College Teaching, v23 n4 p33-52 2012
The author examined Wikipedia's use as an instructional tool in two studies. The widespread use of Wikipedia indicates that students need to learn more about its workings and validity. Wikipedia articles relevant to psychology were edited by students in one class and critiqued in another class. Analysis of the subsequent editing of students' contributions (N = 22) suggested they were well received. A subsequent survey of students' recollections of the assignments (N = 12) suggested increased student concern about the validity of Wikipedia, and that students viewed the assignment generally positively. The instructor discusses his recollections of problems and opportunities and proposes a workflow for future Wikipedia assignments. (Contain 2 tables and 4 footnotes.)
Descriptors: Validity, Assignments, Student Attitudes, Accuracy, Web Sites, Internet, Encyclopedias, Collaborative Writing, Electronic Publishing, College Students, Comparative Analysis, Social Psychology
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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