For Students
Students: Click on the links in the Table of Contents and follow the directions in each section.
Introduction: Why is Copyright Important?
Directions: Watch the video below. Talk with a partner about why copyright is important.
Part One: Learning about Copyright
Directions: Click on each link below, read/view the information and complete the note-taking sheet.
Required Sources
Additional Resources
Note-Taking Sheet
Part Two: Creative Commons
Directions: Watch the two videos below and complete the activity sheet.
Required Sources
- Video: Understanding Creating Commons (Click on link to open video)
- Video: Creative Commons Kiwi (See below)
Additional Resources
Activity Sheet for Part Two
Part Three: How to Find and Cite Sources that are "Free to Use"
Directions: Review the videos and articles on how to find resources that are free to use. Read the chart below and use it to complete the activity below with a partner.
How to Find Free to Use Images Using Google video tutorial
Fair Use Practices for Students - Click on the link to open page that describes how you can use Fair Use in your projects.
Copyright Guidelines for Students Click on the link to open up the chart.
What is in the Public Domain Click on the link to learn about the Public Domain.
Fair Use and Public Domain Activity - Complete this activity with a partner.
Searching for free to use resources
Click here to go to Creative Commons Search. Type what you are searching for in the box and choose a site to search. This will automatically find content that is listed as free to use or share.
This handout has a great list of places to look for resources that are "free to use." (Open Educational Resources)
Free Digital Photos Net a good site for finding photos and illustrations.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to use free images from Getty Images.
Citing Information
It is your responsibility to give credit to the creators of the content you use.
Giving Credit to "Free to Use" Images: Watch this GoAnimate video to find out how to give credit where credit is due.
How to cite Creative Commons images: This infographic gives many details about proper citation when using Creative Commons images.
Part Four: Putting it into Practice
Directions: Follow the directions on the document below to put what you have learned into practice.
Part Five: Reflection
Congratulations on completing the learning module! Following copyright and fair use laws will not only make you a responsible digital citizen, but set an example for others who read/view what you post online.
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