Information commons

Okay kiddo, let's talk about information commons. Imagine a big playground where kids can play and share their toys with everyone. That's called a commons. Now let's think about information. You know how we get information from different sources like books, the internet, or even when someone tells us something? Well, when we share that information and others can use it too, it's like we're sharing our toys on the playground.

Now, an information commons is when people share information and knowledge with each other in a similar way. It's a place where people can access and use information without worrying about things like copyright or ownership. This is important because it means that everyone can benefit and learn from the information without any barriers.

Just like on a playground, there are rules for how we play and share our toys. Similarly, there are rules for how we share and use information in the commons. These rules can help ensure that everyone is respectful of each other and that the information is used in a fair and responsible way.

So, an information commons is like a big playground where people can learn and share information with each other, all while following the rules to make sure everyone has fun and is respectful of each other.