Do Not Copy

Mr. Griona introduces the concept of protecting ideas through copyrights and patents, emphasizing the importance of giving credit to original creators to avoid plagiarism. He explains proper citation practices and highlights what doesn't require citation, such as personal opinions and common knowledge. The video encourages students to write and document their own ideas and experiences responsibly.

Why are copyrights and patents important?

• They allow people to share ideas freely.

• They protect original ideas and prevent theft.

• They make it easier to copy others' work.

• They are only used for legal disputes.

What is plagiarism?

• Using your own ideas in a paper.

• Sharing your work with others.

• Copying someone's work without credit.

• Citing all sources correctly.

Which of the following must be cited?

• Your personal opinion.

• A known fact like the sky is blue.

• A quote from a famous speech.

• Your own observations from an experiment.

What is considered common knowledge?

• A unique theory by a researcher.

• A personal experience.

• A new scientific discovery.

• Information that is widely known and accepted.

Why is it important to cite other people's work?

• To confuse the reader.

• To make your paper longer.

• To avoid writing your own thoughts.

• To show respect for their ideas.