Dangerous Quote by Lois McMaster Bujold
“Wikipedia is so dangerous.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Remarks on Wikipedia, 2015
Wikipedia can spread misinformation quickly if not carefully edited.
In simple terms: Unreliable info spreads fast.
Key Takeaway
Verify sources before trusting.
Themes
information
media
trust
verification
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
advisory
cautionary
When to use this quote
- research
- academic writing
- fact-checking
- online editing
Key Concepts
digital literacy
source criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess credibility?
- What safeguards improve accuracy?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on community editing can lead to bias.
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