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Wikipedians often talk about "content gaps." What do you think a content gap is, and what are some possible ways to identify them?

A content gap is when a topic is not addressed with much information. A way to identify the content gaps is by noticing that there is a lack of information on the article.

What are some reasons a content gap might arise? What are some ways to remedy them?

A content gap might arise when there is a lack of information on the subject or topic and a way to get rid of content gaps is by researching the topic and adding to the article the information that is needed.

Does it matter who writes Wikipedia?

Anyone could make a wikipedia page. I just believe that what they write should be factual and unbiased. I like reading articles where it just states facts and the writers biased opinions aren't on there.

What does it mean to be "unbiased" on Wikipedia? How is that different, or similar, to your own definition of "bias"?

Being unbiased on Wikipedia means to remove ones own opinions and preferences and only present important information and facts on the topic. When someone is biased they try to push their own opinion on the topic in their writing and that is something that should not be done especially on wikipedia. Instead of pushing your own biased opinion in the paragraph its important to just write about the important facts and information.

Use one of the chapters from our class readings. What does the chapter include concerning the commune? What are the subtopics that you think should be included?

The chapter on the Oneida Perfectionists talked about their beliefs and what they support. That is what the chapter mostly focuses on. A subtopic that could be included is how John Noye's created a system known as "free love" or complex marriage. Complex marriage doesn't allow people to be in a exclusive relationship, it is frowned upon. As long as there was a mutual agreement then anyone could have sex with who ever they wanted to. Group work has always been a big hassle for me because if one person doesn't do the work then everything fails. It can be hard having to meet up and work on the group assignment when there are other things to do. It is also hard to come up with a time to meet up and work on the assignment because everyone is always in different schedules. Group work in general is too much work and commits of a lot of effort. There could be some frustration sometimes within the group if people don't do what they are supposed to do because it beings the rest of the group down and everyone wants to receive a good grade.