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Why People Believe Weird Things

Science & Belief · Publication and program dossier

By Michael Shermer

Master file reference · illustrativeGPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Cover of Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer
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Illustrative case statusApprovedScenario review date · 18 September 1997
09Program records
36Review controls
0Open items

Master case overview

Master file reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Illustrative status
Approved
Author / reference identity
Michael Shermer
Subject area
Science & Belief
Work
Why People Believe Weird Things
Review focus
Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries. Program questions are selected for this subject area; no passage-level findings are asserted.
Proposed formats · scenario
Print and ebook
Proposed market scope · scenario
Domestic release with a proposed translation-rights package
Book release date
11 August 1997
Open Library ↗
Registration date · illustrative
18 August 1997
Publication and registration basis
Why People Believe Weird Things: Earliest dated catalog edition in the recorded first-publication year; editions may vary. The modeled registration is seven days after release. Where a source gives only a month or year, dates are shown as a range rather than inventing a day.
Modeled review date
18 September 1997
Source basis
Library title, author, subject mapping and catalog program definitions; no manuscript examined.

Programs & status

This illustrative file covers 9 program records, 36 review controls and 0 open items. Select a program for its review details, document checklist and next action.

All requirements completed

All submitted documents are accepted in this scenario. No outstanding requirements remain.

36 / 36 completed
FCRSApproved

Fact-Checking & Research Substantiation File

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-FCRS

Review scope: source traceability, context and limitations, correction control.

3 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$3,300

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RCCRApproved

Religious & Cultural Content Review

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-RCCR

Review scope: cultural context, belief and attribution, translation sensitivity.

5 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$3,850

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IMRCApproved

International Media & Reputation Clearance File

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IMRC

Review scope: fact and opinion boundaries, non-affiliation wording, interview preparation.

5 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$2,200

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TFRRApproved

Translation & Foreign Rights Record

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-TFRR

Review scope: translator rights, terminology control, adaptation boundaries.

3 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$2,750

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IDLCApproved

International Distribution & Licensing Compliance File

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IDLC

Review scope: retail metadata, accounting and reporting, termination controls.

3 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$3,300

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AVRRApproved

Audiobook, Narration & Voice Rights Record

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-AVRR

Review scope: audio grant, pronunciation guidance, audio metadata.

3 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$3,850

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IRTCApproved

International Rights & Territory Control File

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IRTC

Review scope: chain of title, territory and format scope, edition history.

5 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$2,200

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CAVRApproved

Cover, Artwork & Visual Asset Rights Record

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-CAVR

Review scope: visual asset provenance, designer permissions, format reuse.

5 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$2,750

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IBEMApproved

International Brand Enforcement & Monitoring File

GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IBEM

Review scope: protected assets, authorized channels, monitoring exclusions.

4 review controls0 open items

Illustrative fee · USD$3,300

View review details ↓
FCRS · Illustrative program record

Fact-Checking & Research Substantiation File

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-FCRS
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
3 of 3 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

  1. FCRS-102

    Source traceability

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, record author, date, edition and location of supporting references. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. FCRS-103

    Context and limitations

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, retain qualifications and avoid widening conclusions beyond their sources. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. FCRS-105

    Correction control

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, track the edition in which a proposed correction would take effect. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

  • Source bibliography and locator indexCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: FCRS-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Claim qualification scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: FCRS-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Correction and version logCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: FCRS-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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RCCR · Illustrative program record

Religious & Cultural Content Review

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-RCCR
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
5 of 5 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 5

  1. RCCR-101

    Cultural context

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, identify contextual notes needed for cross-cultural presentation. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. RCCR-102

    Belief and attribution

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, distinguish an author’s interpretation from an attributed community position. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. RCCR-103

    Translation sensitivity

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, flag terms that could change meaning across languages. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  4. RCCR-104

    Consultation scope

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, define any proposed specialist consultation without implying community endorsement. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  5. RCCR-105

    Promotional framing

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, preserve distinctions between discussion, criticism and affiliation. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 5

  • Cultural context review briefCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: RCCR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Belief and attribution mapCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: RCCR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Cultural terminology sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: RCCR-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Consultation scope planCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: RCCR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Cross-cultural publicity reviewCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: RCCR-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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IMRC · Illustrative program record

International Media & Reputation Clearance File

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IMRC
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
5 of 5 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 5

  1. IMRC-101

    Fact and opinion boundaries

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate editorial interpretation from independently checkable claims in proposed publicity. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. IMRC-102

    Non-affiliation wording

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, review references to people and institutions for unintended endorsement implications. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. IMRC-103

    Interview preparation

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, prepare source-backed responses and distinguish the author’s position from promotional paraphrases. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  4. IMRC-104

    Edition-specific publicity

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, align retailer summaries and campaign copy with the edition proposed for release. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  5. IMRC-105

    Escalation protocol

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, define which disputed statements would require specialist review before reuse. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 5

  • Publicity claim and source ledgerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IMRC-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Non-affiliation wording sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IMRC-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Interview and media briefingCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IMRC-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Campaign and jacket-copy comparisonCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IMRC-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Media review escalation planCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IMRC-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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TFRR · Illustrative program record

Translation & Foreign Rights Record

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-TFRR
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
3 of 3 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

  1. TFRR-102

    Translator rights

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, document translator credit, assignment and permitted reuse. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. TFRR-103

    Terminology control

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, prepare a terminology guide appropriate to the work’s subject area. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. TFRR-104

    Adaptation boundaries

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate faithful translation from abridgment or local adaptation. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

  • Translator agreement checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Translation terminology briefCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Translation change-control sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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IDLC · Illustrative program record

International Distribution & Licensing Compliance File

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IDLC
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
3 of 3 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

  1. IDLC-103

    Retail metadata

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, reconcile title, author credit, edition description and rights-holder attribution. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. IDLC-104

    Accounting and reporting

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, document royalty reporting intervals, deductions and audit provisions. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. IDLC-105

    Termination controls

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, define takedown, stock sell-off and rights reversion responsibilities. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

  • Retail metadata approval sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Royalty and reporting scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Termination and reversion checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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AVRR · Illustrative program record

Audiobook, Narration & Voice Rights Record

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-AVRR
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
3 of 3 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

  1. AVRR-101

    Audio grant

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate narration and audio distribution rights from print rights. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. AVRR-104

    Pronunciation guidance

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, prepare a subject-appropriate name and terminology pronunciation guide. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. AVRR-105

    Audio metadata

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, align abridgment labels, credits and edition descriptions. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

  • Audio rights matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: AVRR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Pronunciation and production briefCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: AVRR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Audio edition metadata sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: AVRR-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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IRTC · Illustrative program record

International Rights & Territory Control File

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IRTC
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
5 of 5 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 5

  1. IRTC-101

    Chain of title

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, identify the party authorized to grant rights and reconcile contributor assignments. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. IRTC-102

    Territory and format scope

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, map languages, formats, exclusivity and reserved territories without assuming worldwide rights. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. IRTC-103

    Edition history

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate original publication rights from revised-edition and supplementary-material rights. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  4. IRTC-104

    Quotation permissions

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, record the basis for reuse of any third-party extracts in the proposed edition. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  5. IRTC-105

    Reversion and reservations

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, identify expired grants, reserved uses and conflicting options. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 5

  • Ownership and contributor assignment scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Territory, language and format matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Edition and rights chronologyCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Third-party permissions registerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Prior grants and reversion scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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CAVR · Illustrative program record

Cover, Artwork & Visual Asset Rights Record

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-CAVR
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
5 of 5 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 5

  1. CAVR-101

    Visual asset provenance

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, record the source and permitted use of cover and interior visual assets. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. CAVR-102

    Designer permissions

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate designer deliverables from third-party stock and font licenses. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. CAVR-103

    Format reuse

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, check proposed visual reuse across print, ebook, audio and promotion. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  4. CAVR-104

    Credit requirements

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, record mandatory image credits and license conditions. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  5. CAVR-105

    Edition approval

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, track the approved cover version for each proposed edition. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 5

  • Cover and artwork provenance registerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Designer and supplier rights checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Visual reuse permission matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Visual credit-line sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Cover version approval logCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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IBEM · Illustrative program record

International Brand Enforcement & Monitoring File

Approved
Program reference
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682-IBEM
Master file
GPRCC-ILL-1997-MS-173682
Review scope
Print and ebook
Evidence position
4 of 4 controls complete in scenario
Publication context
Why People Believe Weird Things by Michael Shermer · Scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

  1. IBEM-101

    Protected assets

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, separate protectable text and artwork from third-party names and lawful references. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  2. IBEM-102

    Authorized channels

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, distinguish approved editions and sellers from items that need verification. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  3. IBEM-103

    Monitoring exclusions

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, exclude commentary, criticism and other lawful references from proposed monitoring. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

  4. IBEM-105

    Notice readiness

    For the proposed scope of Why People Believe Weird Things, specify evidence capture and rights-holder approval before any proposed notice. Apply this check in the context of scientific explanation, philosophical interpretation and source boundaries.

    Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

  • Protected asset inventoryCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IBEM-101.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Authorized edition and channel registerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IBEM-102.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Monitoring keyword and exclusion planCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IBEM-103.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
  • Evidence capture and escalation protocolCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IBEM-105.Submission attempt 1 · 23 August 1997 · reviewed 18 September 1997 · illustrative
Maintenance standard. Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment. This is a modeled workflow, not a notice issued to the author.

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Evidence and document index

A modeled evidence schedule for Why People Believe Weird Things. These are document requirements and scenario states, not uploaded attachments or manuscript citations.

Control referenceDocument requirementScenario state
FCRS-102Source bibliography and locator indexCompleted · submitted and reviewed
FCRS-103Claim qualification scheduleCompleted · submitted and reviewed
FCRS-105Correction and version logCompleted · submitted and reviewed
RCCR-101Cultural context review briefCompleted · submitted and reviewed
RCCR-102Belief and attribution mapCompleted · submitted and reviewed
RCCR-103Cultural terminology sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
RCCR-104Consultation scope planCompleted · submitted and reviewed
RCCR-105Cross-cultural publicity reviewCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IMRC-101Publicity claim and source ledgerCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IMRC-102Non-affiliation wording sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IMRC-103Interview and media briefingCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IMRC-104Campaign and jacket-copy comparisonCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IMRC-105Media review escalation planCompleted · submitted and reviewed
TFRR-102Translator agreement checklistCompleted · submitted and reviewed
TFRR-103Translation terminology briefCompleted · submitted and reviewed
TFRR-104Translation change-control sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IDLC-103Retail metadata approval sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IDLC-104Royalty and reporting scheduleCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IDLC-105Termination and reversion checklistCompleted · submitted and reviewed
AVRR-101Audio rights matrixCompleted · submitted and reviewed
AVRR-104Pronunciation and production briefCompleted · submitted and reviewed
AVRR-105Audio edition metadata sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IRTC-101Ownership and contributor assignment scheduleCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IRTC-102Territory, language and format matrixCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IRTC-103Edition and rights chronologyCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IRTC-104Third-party permissions registerCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IRTC-105Prior grants and reversion scheduleCompleted · submitted and reviewed
CAVR-101Cover and artwork provenance registerCompleted · submitted and reviewed
CAVR-102Designer and supplier rights checklistCompleted · submitted and reviewed
CAVR-103Visual reuse permission matrixCompleted · submitted and reviewed
CAVR-104Visual credit-line sheetCompleted · submitted and reviewed
CAVR-105Cover version approval logCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IBEM-101Protected asset inventoryCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IBEM-102Authorized edition and channel registerCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IBEM-103Monitoring keyword and exclusion planCompleted · submitted and reviewed
IBEM-105Evidence capture and escalation protocolCompleted · submitted and reviewed

Consolidated program status

ProgramIllustrative statusOpen itemsNext action
FCRSApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
RCCRApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
IMRCApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
TFRRApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
IDLCApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
AVRRApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
IRTCApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
CAVRApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.
IBEMApproved0Maintain the documented scope. A new edition, rights grant or material campaign change would trigger reassessment.

Illustrative review history

Generated milestones showing how this workflow could progress; these events did not occur for the named author.

Scenario dateModeled milestone
18 August 1997Registration modeled
23 August 1997Evidence package submitted · scenario
4 September 1997Submitted evidence reviewed · scenario
18 September 1997Scoped approval modeled

Program fee breakdown

The original illustrative case total is allocated across the 9 programs below. These example amounts are not payment receipts or quotations.

ProgramProgram nameAllocated fee (USD)
FCRSFact-Checking & Research Substantiation File$3,300
RCCRReligious & Cultural Content Review$3,850
IMRCInternational Media & Reputation Clearance File$2,200
TFRRTranslation & Foreign Rights Record$2,750
IDLCInternational Distribution & Licensing Compliance File$3,300
AVRRAudiobook, Narration & Voice Rights Record$3,850
IRTCInternational Rights & Territory Control File$2,200
CAVRCover, Artwork & Visual Asset Rights Record$2,750
IBEMInternational Brand Enforcement & Monitoring File$3,300

Total illustrative fees · USD$27,500

These restored case allocations are separate from the planning bands for new quotes. A written scope and quote determine the charge for an actual matter.

Next steps

  1. Retain the edition, format and rights schedules modeled in this record.
  2. Check proposed changes against each program’s maintenance standard.
  3. Reassess new translations, licenses or substantial promotional changes before extending scope.

This sequence describes the modeled approved workflow only.

Record statements

Illustrative scope. The author and publication identify a library entry. Review details and registration milestones are synthetic; book publication dates are sourced; the page makes no claim that the author applied, supplied evidence, paid fees or received a determination.

Program references. GPRCC-ILL identifiers label scenarios, not statutory registrations. Document states and allocated fees are not proof of review or payment.

Publication context. The modeled status makes no finding about the publication’s legality, accuracy, ownership or suitability. Real determinations require a submitted record and an authorized review.

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