Ikwipedia:Synthesis and interpretation of source material

Editors may, to a limited extent, provide observations or interpretations of claims found within acceptable sources to highlight patterns, offer contextual clarity, or add relevant caveats. Such editorial input should remain distinct from the original statements of the sources and not misrepresent their intent.

Handling primary sources

When primary sources present widely differing interpretations, the article should neutrally include these perspectives. While secondary sources are generally preferred for interpreting and synthesizing primary source material, including testimonial accounts, editors may include their own observations about patterns, context, or caveats when these have not been addressed by any known secondary source. Such additions should serve to enhance understanding of the topic without introducing bias. Articles must present the full range of perspectives, interpretations, and reactions to claims from testimonial accounts, as well as analyses and evidence from both primary and secondary sources.

Citing claims from primary sources

Articles should provide citations for all claims sourced from primary sources, including, for example, timestamps for specific claims in audio and video recordings of spoken language.

Accessibility

Source links or references should be accessible to at least some people and, if possible, alternate access points should be provided if the main link becomes unavailable.