CZ Talk:The Author Role

Here is an introduction to the Citizendium author role, written for people who are relatively unfamiliar with wikis and how they work. But it may be useful for wiki masters, because it also covers the Citizendium's special take on authorship.

What, exactly, do Citizendium authors do?

Authors write articles, and other content, of course. But it is not the usual sort of authorship. You neither ask for assignments from editors, nor do editors give them to you. You just work on whatever you want to, whenever you want to--no deadlines, just expository bliss. This can be an existing article or a brand new one.

In the Citizendium, active authors--usually--act as more than just writers. They act as members of a dynamic, living community, discussing articles, debating policy, and joking around. (Don't worry, in case you are all business, joking around is not actually mandatory.)

• Citizendium authors are the lifeblood of the project.
• Why unsigned articles
• Why do people contribute at all? How is it rewarding?
• How do you become an active author?
• How to find more