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There are two types of articles in AquaPedia, Case Studies and Background Articles.

Case Studies are created using a special tabbed form that allows a user to enter information typical of any case study in a way that uses semantic information to link cases automatically. By filling out a case study form, a case is automatically connected to other cases and articles that deal with related topics or have similar characteristics.

Viewing Cases

All cases can be viewed from the Browse All Cases page. This page will allow you to browse by geographic location (map) or through topical lists.

Discussing and Commenting on Cases

Users can discuss and comment on cases using the "Discussion" tab, located on the upper left-hand side of the content area. Users can use the discussion board feature to comment on case content and discuss the case and its development with other users.

Editing Cases

All confirmed users can edit cases. When viewing any case on AquaPedia, there is an "Edit" link on the top right hand side of the content area. Clicking that link will bring you to the editing interface. More information about the technical aspects of editing are available on the Help section of this site.

Creating Cases

All users with accounts on AquaPedia can create a new case using a special form. Every case on AquaPedia must have a unique title. Please write a descriptive title that describes both the location and major focus of the new case.

For example: "Colorado Basin" is not an appropriate case title, as this title could also define an actual river basin, and doesn't express the intent of the case. Better case titles could be:

"Case study on intra-basin cooperation within the Colorado River Basin, U.S.A"
"Balancing ecosystem services and water allocation for human usage in the Colorado River Basin"
"Evolution of the water management policies in the Colorado River Basin"