Community Guidelines

Our Community Vision

CoCreate is a welcoming, inclusive learning community where everyone can share knowledge and learn from others.

Core Values

Safe Environment

Treat all community members with kindness, respect, and empathy, regardless of background or experience level.

Quality Content

Create accurate, helpful, and well-structured courses to help others learn.

Inclusive Participation

Maintain a harassment-free, inclusive space where everyone feels comfortable learning.

Constructive Feedback

Give helpful, specific feedback that helps course creators improve their content in your comments.

Creating Quality Content

What We Encourage

  • Original content based on your knowledge and experience
  • Clear, well-organized courses with practical examples
  • Accurate information with proper citations when needed
  • Beginner-friendly explanations of complex topics

What We Don't Allow

  • Plagiarized content
  • False information or disinformation
  • Promotional content or advertisements disguised as courses
  • Offensive, discriminatory, or inappropriate material

Reporting and Moderation

How to Report Issues

Reporting Process

  1. Click the "Report Issue" button found on course pages
  2. Select the most appropriate reason for your report
  3. Provide specific details about the issue
  4. Submit your report for review

*Expect a response within 2-3 business days.

Need to share more context? Head to our dedicated report form to send details directly to the moderation team.

Intellectual Property Guidelines

Creating Original Content

Your courses should be primarily based on your own knowledge and experience:

  • Always cite your sources properly
  • Use only small excerpts under fair use guidelines
  • Link to original sources rather than copying large portions
  • Get permission for any substantial use of others' work
  • Clearly distinguish between your ideas and others'

Getting Help

Questions About Guidelines

If you're unsure about whether something is appropriate, reach out through our contact form so the moderation team can clarify.

Technical Support

For technical issues with the platform, send us a note via the contact form and we'll follow up.

Let's Build Something Amazing Together

By following these guidelines and contributing positively, you're helping create a space where anyone can learn anything, one micro-course at a time. Thank you for being part of our community!