Grants:IdeaLab/Visually more Interactive + Youtube Channels

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Visualy more Interactive + Youtube Channels

When Googled for most of the topics, wikipedia comes at the top . But its not a visual treat , feels monotonous. It can be Improved with more vibrant designs. --

Today most of them go to youtube for any topics, So can Wikipedia create its own channel with similar connects as videos?

This can be linked with each other ( ie between your website and your video)

idea creator• Aris Kumar

this project needs...

volunteer

created on11:17, 12 January 2018 (UTC)

Audience

Who are the people you want to introduce Wikipedia to?

Try to be as specific as possible about this group.
All youtubers will be covered

In what languages do they search for information, online or otherwise?

english

In what ways does this group communicate with each other?

This can include services and apps in social media, mailing lists, physical spaces like conferences or lectures, or at specific institutions like at a library.
any media , facebook/watsapp etc

What are some reasons this group would use Wikipedia? How would they benefit from it, or what would they find useful?

Think about what they would be interested in reading and learning about; does Wikipedia provide better access to information this group cares about?
Learning

Project idea

What language Wikipedia projects will you promote to new readers?

English

How will you communicate with new readers? Will you be communicating with them online, in-person, or both?

online

Describe your idea to engage new readers. How might it be implemented? What will you tell people about Wikipedia?

Think about the steps that might involved to make this idea happen, and what you might teach people about your experience or others' experiences using Wikipedia.
It needs Wikipedia developers:)

How will you know if this project is successful? What are some outcomes that you can share after the project is completed?

If you’re not certain about how to respond to this question when starting your idea, you do not need to answer it right now. Campaign participants and Wikimedia Foundation staff can help you consider some options.

Do you think you can implement this idea? What support do you need?

Do you need people with specific skills or resources to complete this idea? Are there any financial needs for this project? Do you need advising from Wikimedia Foundation staff?

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About the idea creator

I am a telecom domain s/w engineer, I do lot of search in new technologies or unknown keywords that come across and wiki helps a lot.

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