This project is about exploring different types of digital media and learning how to use them responsibly. I found and shared examples of image, GIF, audio, and video while making sure to credit the sources and follow licensing rules.
Source: Creative Commons
License: “Abstract Backgrounds” by NichoDesign is licensed via CC BY-NC-SA 2.0.
Description: I found this colorful, abstract piece on the Creative Commons Open Education Platform. It’s got a cool mix of patterns, swirls, and bright colors that really pop. It’s under a Creative Commons license, so it can be shared and used within certain guidelines.
Source: Wikimedia Commons.
License: Licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.
Description: This is a simple but cool animation of Earth spinning. I found it on Wikimedia Commons, and it’s shared under a CC BY-SA 3.0 license, which means it can be used and even modified as long as credit is given.
Source: Youtube
License: This video is covered under YouTube’s Standard License, meaning it can be embedded but not downloaded or redistributed without permission.
Description: I located this fun facts video through Youtube Shorts, which features short-form content.
Source: Pixabay
License: It can be used without restrictions, as Pixabay offers royalty-free music under its free-use license.
Description: This audio track is a relaxing lo-fi piano piece.
I realized how important it is to check licensing before using digital media. Just because something is online doesn’t mean it’s free to use! I also discovered great resources for finding free, high-quality images, GIFs, music, and videos that I can use in future projects.