For today’s tech-savvy youth, software piracy can be an easy and tempting option. But it’s an option that’s not only wrong–it’s illegal. That’s why it’s so important to reach out to kids and teens about the ethical and legal use of copyrighted materials.
SIIA created Don’t Copy That 2–School Version to educate 6 through 12th grade students about the use of copyrighted materials, such as software, books, articles, music, and movies. The program includes classroom resources and a rap video that addresses the dangers of engaging in piracy and the importance of respecting the creative output of others.
The acommpanying classroom resources include support materials for the video, lesson plans for middle and high school teachers, a glossary, and other resources that can be helpful to educators in teaching these complex and important concepts. The course materials include many of the same concepts for middle and high school students, but use age-appropriate methods. The lesson plans serve as models that educators can customize to their students’ needs. The learning materials have been designed as a series of presentations, discussions, and student activities.
Watch the Don’t Copy That 2–School Version video to learn more about copyright compliance: