The processes and mechanisms used to authenticate user identities, validate credentials, or assess member qualifications before granting access to community features, content, or privileges. These systems help ensure community quality, safety, and alignment with the community’s intended purpose. (Chapter 4, p. 131)*
*Terms defined for the Nurturing Online Communities (NOC) course include a chapter reference to the course text Building Successful Online Communities by Kraut and Resnick.
Citation: Center for Scientific Collaboration and Community Engagement. (2025) CSCCE Glossary: Nurturing Online Communities. Santistevan, Pratt, and Woodley doi: 10.5281/zenodo.17137478
Categories: Nurturing Online Communities (NOC) terms
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