Wikipedia, 3.5 Million Articles & Counting

by Heather Hasan

Wikipedia--the massive, ever-expanding, and entirely free online encyclopedia largely written, edited, and managed by volunteers--has transformed the way people seek information. Many teachers and librarians scorn it, due to its entries' frequent errors and biases. An even-handed and realistic approach to Wikipedia is presented, acknowledging serious flaws and shortcomings as a research tool, while also explaining the value in it. The book addresses...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1448855578
• ISBN13: 9781448855575
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Rosen Central
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 10 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 8