Wikisource Conference 2025/Submissions/A Gateway to Open Arabic Knowledge
Title
[edit]Wikisource: A Gateway to Open Arabic Knowledge
Abstract/Description
[edit]This presentation will explore our efforts to expand and enrich the Arabic Wikisource, a collaborative platform for creating a free digital library of source texts. We will discuss our initiative to digitize rare Arabic manuscripts and literature, making this valuable content accessible to a global audience of researchers, students, and enthusiasts. Additionally, we will delve into the challenges we faced and the strategies we employed to overcome them. By showcasing the potential of Wikisource to preserve and promote Arabic culture, we aim to inspire others to contribute to this ongoing project.
Relationship to Wikisource and the Theme
[edit]This project aligns perfectly with Wikisource's core principles of free knowledge and collaborative editing. By digitizing and sharing Arabic texts, we are contributing to a global commons of information and empowering individuals to access and build upon this knowledge.
Username(s)
[edit]Session Type
[edit]Lightning Talk
Duration
[edit]5-10 minutes
Session Outcome
[edit]At the end of this session, attendees will:
- Understand the significance of Wikisource for Arabic scholarship and culture
- Learn about the specific challenges and opportunities involved in digitizing Arabic texts
- Be inspired to contribute to the Arabic Wikisource community
- Gain practical knowledge about the tools and techniques used in digitization and editing