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Originally Posted by Monochron
I think you are missing the point of this issue. If a 14 year old student uses the word "invented" to describe something that they put together from a kit, or parts, or even put working parts into a new enclosure, that isn't a big deal. I have tons of students on my FIRST team that use the wrong words to describe their work (especially freshman like Ahmed). We correct them and we move on.
You should also look into how plagiarism because simply using the word "invent" does not qualify. Arguing about the use of the English language by a freshman seriously detracts from the real issues here.
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I understand that however nobody is addressing this head on for what it really is. Heck even the title of this thread. We all want to give him lip service and pitty; more than what he deserves. If we leave this at simply "he was a victim of stereotype", I couldn't agree any more. But going this far and giving him all this underserved credit and attention absolutely ridiculous. Sure a mild gesture to let him know that his curiosity and passion is appreciated but this? How can you justify all this lip service and attention?