A Wiki minute
The Wikimedia Foundation has introduced 'Wiki Minute', a series of short explainer videos designed to make the world of Wikimedia more accessible to everyone. These videos aim to connect a diverse range of communities worldwide while shedding light on the broader Wikimedia movement, which encompasses much more than just Wikipedia.
Currently, there are sixteen videos tackling important questions like "How does Wikipedia work?" and "Can you really trust what's on Wikipedia?" With straightforward and engaging explanations, these videos are designed to help viewers move from a basic understanding of Wikipedia to a more comprehensive grasp of the entire Wikimedia ecosystem.
- Some of the 'Wiki Minute' Videos
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What is the role of Wikipedia in the age of AI
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If volunteers edit Wikipedia how can you trust it?
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What makes a Wikipedia article unique
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What makes Wikipedia different from social media platforms
The response to these videos has been very positive! You can watch and share these 'Wiki Minute' videos on social media platforms such as YouTube and they are downloadable from Wikimedia Commons, and they are available in multiple languages, including English, Arabic, German, and French.
This initiative seeks to inspire people worldwide not only to use Wikipedia but also to contribute to it and promote it within their communities. Please reach out to Wikimedia Australia if you would like to organise more in-depth training on Wikipedia or other sister projects, are interested in partnering with us or have any questions!
Related links:
- A Wiki Minute on Wikimedia Commons
- A Wiki Minute on YouTube
Images: Wikimedia Foundation, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons