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| − | ==Characteristics of an excellent Coastal Wiki article==
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| − | An excellent Coastal Wiki article is well written, comprehensive, factually accurate, neutral and stable.
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| − | (a) "Well written" means that the prose is compelling, understandable for non-experts, avoids unnecessary technical terms and unexplained abbreviations.
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| − | (b) "Comprehensive" means that the article provides relevant context and relationships.
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| − | (c) "Factually accurate" means that claims are verifiable against reliable sources and accurately present the related body of published knowledge. Claims are supported with specific evidence and external citations; this involves the provision of a "References" section in which sources are set out and, where appropriate, complemented by inline citations. See also the [[Coastal Wiki Rules]].
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| − | (d) "Neutral" means that the article presents views fairly and without bias; however, articles need not give minority views equal coverage.
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| − | (e) "Stable" means that the article is not the subject of ongoing edit wars and that its content does not change significantly from day to day.
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| − | It complies with the [[Guidelines]] and the [[Template]]:
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| − | (a) a concise lead section that summarizes the entire topic and prepares the reader for the higher level of detail in the subsequent sections;
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| − | (b) a proper system of hierarchical headings; and
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| − | (c) a substantial but not overwhelming table of contents.
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| − | It has illustrations, boxes and tables, if they are appropriate to the subject, with succinct captions and acceptable copyright status. It is of appropriate length (typically 500-1000 words), staying focused on the main topic without going into unnecessary detail. Appropriate links are created with related articles for information on broader context or on specific details.
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