Comments Thomas 11/6/2013

Christine, your point on whether a contribution, which might not been long lasting ( due to change by others or obsolescence I guess) is worth after all. Two reactions on this :

- basically in open collaboration you face constantly the risk that things will change and this is perceived as desirable, but I share your perspective that it might be considered as a loss of time rather ex-ante than ex-post. Has your perception evolved on this over the last weeks ?

- Your point rather directs to the "game rules" and what people agree to keep or modify from others' contributions. This is related to governance and institutions and how people can align their incentives or at least respect the others. Maybe you address this point in the next assignment but I haven't read it yet. If not, I strongly encourage you to deepen a bit your point, maybe by discussion what institutions or governance structures might be most suited to put order in the wiki in the future while keeping contributors onboard (this is a though question but it would be great if you could give your insight on this if you can)