Lesson 534 of 1169
Respect People Who Make Things Online
Real people make videos, art, and games. AI shouldn't replace them.
Explorers · Ethics & Society · ~3 min read
The big idea
Many people work hard to make YouTube videos, art, books, and games you love. When AI copies their style without asking, that's not fair. Support real creators when you can.
Some examples
- Like and share videos by real people.
- Ask before using someone's art.
- Don't claim AI art that copies an artist as your own.
- Buy or check out books by real authors.
Try it!
Pick one real-life creator you like. Tell a parent why you like them and how you can support them.
Here's why "Respect People Who Make Things Online" matters: Learning about AI is one of the most important skills you can build for the future! Real people make videos, art, and games. AI shouldn't replace them — and knowing how to apply this gives you a concrete advantage.
- Learn what "creators" means and why it's important
- Learn what "respect" means and why it's important
- Learn what "support" means and why it's important
- 1Find out more about Respect People Who Make Things Online by asking an AI a question about it
- 2Talk to a grown-up about what you learned
- 3Write down one new thing you learned today
End-of-lesson quiz
Check what stuck
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Lesson help
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