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'''WikiGenius''' is an open educational wiki platform that allows users, especially students aged 8 to 18, to create and edit articles without strict notability requirements. Founded in Bangladesh, the platform | {{Wiki | ||
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'''WikiGenius''' is an open educational wiki platform that allows users, especially students aged 8 to 18, to create and edit articles without strict notability requirements. Founded in Bangladesh, the platform is an alternative to more restrictive wikis, enabling individuals and lesser-known personalities to have documented biographies and content. | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
WikiGenius was officially launched on | WikiGenius was officially launched on 22 July 2023, following its initial creation on June 01, 2023. The platform was co-founded by [[Shovon Ahmed]], a public relations expert, and [[Parvej Husen Talukder]], a poet and digital entrepreneur. | ||
The platform was developed to promote digital literacy, creative writing, and early exposure to knowledge-sharing platforms for children and teenagers. | The platform was developed to promote digital literacy, creative writing, and early exposure to knowledge-sharing platforms for children and teenagers. WikiGenius does not enforce notability rules, unlike Wikipedia, which allows for creating more inclusive content. | ||
== Features == | == Features == | ||
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== Reception == | == Reception == | ||
As of 2025, WikiGenius has grown in popularity in South Asia, particularly among students and amateur writers. | As of 2025, WikiGenius has grown in popularity in South Asia, particularly among students and amateur writers. Local educators and tech communities have recognized it as a grassroots initiative to encourage digital literacy. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
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* [[MediaWiki]] | * [[MediaWiki]] | ||
* [[Open educational resources]] | * [[Open educational resources]] | ||
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| Founded by: | PixelRunner |
| Status: | New |
| Language: | English |
| Edit mode: | LoginToEdit |
| Wiki engine: | MediaWiki |
| Wiki license: | Creative Commons Public Domain Dedication (CC0) |
| Main topic: | [[:Category:|]] |
WikiGenius is an open educational wiki platform that allows users, especially students aged 8 to 18, to create and edit articles without strict notability requirements. Founded in Bangladesh, the platform is an alternative to more restrictive wikis, enabling individuals and lesser-known personalities to have documented biographies and content.
HistoryEdit
WikiGenius was officially launched on 22 July 2023, following its initial creation on June 01, 2023. The platform was co-founded by Shovon Ahmed, a public relations expert, and Parvej Husen Talukder, a poet and digital entrepreneur.
The platform was developed to promote digital literacy, creative writing, and early exposure to knowledge-sharing platforms for children and teenagers. WikiGenius does not enforce notability rules, unlike Wikipedia, which allows for creating more inclusive content.
FeaturesEdit
WikiGenius operates on MediaWiki software and supports contributions in multiple languages, primarily English and Bengali. Key features include:
- Simple editing tools suitable for younger audiences
- No strict notability guidelines
- Educational content and biographies
- A sandbox environment for learning wiki syntax
Goals and VisionEdit
The mission of WikiGenius is to make content creation and digital publishing accessible to all, especially children. The founders aim to cultivate a generation of young learners who can research, write, and publish in a safe and educational environment.
ReceptionEdit
As of 2025, WikiGenius has grown in popularity in South Asia, particularly among students and amateur writers. Local educators and tech communities have recognized it as a grassroots initiative to encourage digital literacy.