Activity 2.1 - Intellectual Property Basics
Objective (AIM): To familiarise yourself with Intellectual Property Basics
Motivation (WHY): To build up expertise in intellectual property
WHO: Please undertake activity individually
Resources: A PC connected to the internet. You can use the resources below as well.
What is Intellectual Property?” http://www.ipwatchdog.com/2014/07/19/what-is-intellectual-property/id=47109/, retrieved 10.3.2015
“What is Intellectual Property?” http://www.wipo.int/about-ip/en/, retrieved 10.3.2015
“Intellectual Property Basics” http://www.iccwbo.org/advocacy-codes-and-rules/areas-of-work/intellectual-property/intellectual-property-basics/, retrieved 10.3.2015
Tool: Discussion forum
Duration: 75 minutes (1 ¼ hrs)
Questions to be addressed (Starting Information/ Preparation)
- What do we mean by the term intellectual property rights?
- What are the benefits of “intellectual property rights” to individuals, community, academic institution and a business firm?
- How will we ensure that we uphold “intellectual property rights” in education and in business related activities?
- What are the effects of not observing “intellectual property rights” to individuals, academic institutions, industries, and the society in general?
- Identify contributions of “intellectual property rights” in the community you live in.
Activity:
HOW:
- Form groups of two to five people at your institution and discuss the above questions.
- Use the given resources and search, at least five resources that contribute to intellectual property rights.
- Contribute your individual response through the discussion forum.
FEEDBACK:
- After you finish this activity, read the contributions of others posted on the discussion forum.
- Discuss the findings you have made with others.
Assessment:
Completion of this activity will count towards your course portfolio