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Ikwipedia/Equipedia | <strong>Ikwipedia/Equipedia</strong> extends [[Wikipedia]]'s coverage into subjects that are [[Ikwipedia:Notability|notable]] but which are based on claims and perspectives that do not necessarily satisfy Wikipedia's criteria. These subjects include, but are not limited to, paranormal phenomena (such as aliens), speculative topics not proven to exist (such as exotic technologies), and instances of major wrongdoing of public concern (i.e., conspiracy theories). | ||
Ikwipedia's approach is founded on [[Ikwipedia:Motivations for Ikwipedia|motivations]] stemming from the hypothesis that certain counter-mainstream views may be excluded from mainstream narratives due to systemic biases, potentially leading to an under- or false representation of sound perspectives. This particularly extends to testimonies that receive limited professional scrutiny but are theoretically possible and, [[Ikwipedia:Hypothesis_of_Ikwipedia|when provisionally accepted and combined into a broader framework, may have significant explanatory power]]. | Ikwipedia's approach is founded on [[Ikwipedia:Motivations for Ikwipedia|motivations]] stemming from the hypothesis that certain counter-mainstream views may be excluded from mainstream narratives due to systemic biases, potentially leading to an under- or false representation of otherwise-sound perspectives. This particularly extends to testimonies that receive limited professional scrutiny but are theoretically possible and, [[Ikwipedia:Hypothesis_of_Ikwipedia|when provisionally accepted and combined into a broader theoretical framework, may have significant explanatory power]]. | ||
== Acceptable sources and contributions == | == Acceptable sources and contributions == | ||
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Ikwipedia extends the range of [[Ikwipedia:Acceptable sources|acceptable sources]] to include testimonial evidence, direct primary sources, public interviews, podcasts, firsthand accounts, and other forms of [[Ikwipedia:Testimonial accounts|testimonial accounts]]. This approach acknowledges that many topics within our scope lack secondary sources, highlighting the need for an alternative resource. As such, secondary sources are not mandatory. | Ikwipedia extends the range of [[Ikwipedia:Acceptable sources|acceptable sources]] to include testimonial evidence, direct primary sources, public interviews, podcasts, firsthand accounts, and other forms of [[Ikwipedia:Testimonial accounts|testimonial accounts]]. This approach acknowledges that many topics within our scope lack secondary sources, highlighting the need for an alternative resource. As such, secondary sources are not mandatory. | ||
[[Ikwipedia:Article creation|Creating an article]] involves selecting a [[Ikwipedia:Notability|notable]] topic, gathering [[Ikwipedia:Acceptable sources|acceptable sources]], and following the [[Ikwipedia:Manual of Style|style guidelines]], which are the same as those of Wikipedia. | |||
We welcome all constructive contributions, from rephrasing content or adding a link or correcting terminology, to rewriting entire articles and/or importing articles from Wikipedia and modifying them. You are also welcome to use automated [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Large_language_model LLM]-based tools for content development and source mining. | |||
== Editorial standards and source transparency == | == Editorial standards and source transparency == | ||
Ikwipedia strives for a [[Ikwipedia:Neutral point of view|neutral point of view]], albeit with a broader inclusion of | Ikwipedia strives for a [[Ikwipedia:Neutral point of view|neutral point of view]], albeit with a broader inclusion of so-called fringe views than Wikipedia. Limited editorializing and [[Ikwipedia:Synthesis and interpretation of source material|synthesis of information bordering on original research]] is allowed to provide context or identify patterns, provided it is clearly identified as such. | ||
Though we define [[Ikwipedia:Reliable sources|reliable sources]] similarly to Wikipedia, we consciously allow questionable or unverifiable sources, as long as this is done [[Ikwipedia:Source transparency|transparently]]. | Though we define [[Ikwipedia:Reliable sources|reliable sources]] similarly to Wikipedia, we consciously allow questionable or unverifiable sources, as long as this is done [[Ikwipedia:Source transparency|transparently]]. | ||
== Name and logo == | |||
The name Ikwipedia/Equipedia and the current logo seem to be the best we've come up with so far. Please contact athena@ikwipedia.org with suggestions for improvement, comments, and questions. | |||
== Contact == | |||
Contact enwikiadmin@ikwipedia.org to report problems with the website. | |||
Latest revision as of 02:56, 14 November 2024
Ikwipedia/Equipedia extends Wikipedia's coverage into subjects that are notable but which are based on claims and perspectives that do not necessarily satisfy Wikipedia's criteria. These subjects include, but are not limited to, paranormal phenomena (such as aliens), speculative topics not proven to exist (such as exotic technologies), and instances of major wrongdoing of public concern (i.e., conspiracy theories).
Ikwipedia's approach is founded on motivations stemming from the hypothesis that certain counter-mainstream views may be excluded from mainstream narratives due to systemic biases, potentially leading to an under- or false representation of otherwise-sound perspectives. This particularly extends to testimonies that receive limited professional scrutiny but are theoretically possible and, when provisionally accepted and combined into a broader theoretical framework, may have significant explanatory power.
Acceptable sources and contributions
Ikwipedia extends the range of acceptable sources to include testimonial evidence, direct primary sources, public interviews, podcasts, firsthand accounts, and other forms of testimonial accounts. This approach acknowledges that many topics within our scope lack secondary sources, highlighting the need for an alternative resource. As such, secondary sources are not mandatory.
Creating an article involves selecting a notable topic, gathering acceptable sources, and following the style guidelines, which are the same as those of Wikipedia.
We welcome all constructive contributions, from rephrasing content or adding a link or correcting terminology, to rewriting entire articles and/or importing articles from Wikipedia and modifying them. You are also welcome to use automated LLM-based tools for content development and source mining.
Editorial standards and source transparency
Ikwipedia strives for a neutral point of view, albeit with a broader inclusion of so-called fringe views than Wikipedia. Limited editorializing and synthesis of information bordering on original research is allowed to provide context or identify patterns, provided it is clearly identified as such.
Though we define reliable sources similarly to Wikipedia, we consciously allow questionable or unverifiable sources, as long as this is done transparently.
Name and logo
The name Ikwipedia/Equipedia and the current logo seem to be the best we've come up with so far. Please contact athena@ikwipedia.org with suggestions for improvement, comments, and questions.
Contact
Contact enwikiadmin@ikwipedia.org to report problems with the website.