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“Also, because schools must teach the spirit of goodwill, the habit of helping others around you, every class should have this rule: students, if you bring software to class you may not keep it for yourself.” quote by Richard Stallman
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“Also, because schools must teach the spirit of goodwill, the habit of helping others around you, every class should have this rule: students, if you bring software to class you may not keep it for yourself.”

Richard Stallman

About This Quote

Education should teach goodwill and sharing, exemplified by a rule that software cannot be hoarded.

In simple terms: Teach sharing in schools.

Key Takeaway

Encourage communal resources.

Themes

education community sharing

Mood

thoughtful idealistic

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • classroom projects
  • open source
  • peer tutoring

Key Concepts

collaboration ethics technology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can schools foster generosity?
  • What limits exist for sharing?
A Different Perspective

Sharing may conflict with ownership rights.

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