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Summary

Wikipedia

Area of Science:

  • Anatomical education and scientific communication.
  • Digital encyclopedias and medical information dissemination.

Background:

  • Wikipedia hosts approximately 6000 English-language articles on anatomy.
  • These anatomy articles receive significant monthly viewership, estimated at 30 million.
  • Wikipedia's extensive scope and interdisciplinary layout present a unique platform for anatomical literacy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce anatomy content on Wikipedia from an editor's viewpoint.
  • To explore article contributors, content, layout, and accuracy.
  • To encourage anatomy professionals to engage with and improve Wikipedia's anatomical resources.

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  • Analysis of Wikipedia's anatomy articles.
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Keywords:
Wikipediaanatomical literacyanatomy educationinternet

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    • Wikipedia's anatomy section is vast and widely accessed.
    • The platform offers a unique, albeit informal, educational opportunity.
    • Demystifying the editing process is key to engaging professionals.

    Conclusions:

    • Wikipedia is a significant resource for anatomical information.
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    • Collaborative editing can improve anatomical literacy among the general public.