Wikimedia Israel is leading a groundbreaking project that brings together Jewish and Arab students to co-create free knowledge. As part of this program, which serves as an academic assignment in higher education institutions, students write and expand entries in both the Hebrew and Arabic Wikipedias.
This collaborative effort goes beyond developing academic skills; first and foremost, it fosters dialogue between students from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, reduces negative stereotypes, and promotes a positive campus climate. Most participants report that meaningful connections were formed with their peers during the assignment, describing it as an innovative and deeply enriching experience.
The program is held with the support of the Edmond de Rothschild Foundation and continues to expand annually, aiming to make high-quality knowledge accessible in Hebrew and Arabic while building bridges of understanding and cooperation within Israeli society.
Why Join Us?
For Lecturers:
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Shape your field in the public sphere: Students make your area of study and research accessible to the general public.
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Recognition and personal credit: Every course is accompanied by an official project page on Wikipedia, and every entry includes a template on the “Talk page” with details about the course and the lecturer.
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Innovative teaching opportunity: Integrate a relevant, meaningful assignment that holds both academic value and public impact.
For Students:
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Strengthen academic literacy: Practice gathering information from reliable sources, accurate citation, scientific review, and clear writing.
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Deepen understanding of course material: Writing requires deep processing and the ability to explain complex content in an accessible way.
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Contribution to society: Publishing entries on Wikipedia is a direct contribution to the expansion of free knowledge.
How Does It Work?
Wikimedia Israel provides full support for lecturers and students throughout all stages of the course:
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Assistance in selecting suitable entries.
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An introductory lecture tailored to the specific course.
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Training materials for students.
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Professional guidance during the writing process.
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Support in publishing the entries to Wikipedia’s live mainspace.
Our experience ensures that the outputs meet Wikipedia’s standards—nearly all entries are successfully accepted. All services are provided free of charge.
Is This Right for You?
✔ Academic courses (mandatory or elective) for second-year students and up.
✔ Graduate-level courses.
✔ Lecturers seeking to combine innovative teaching with social value.
