CLASSROOM ETHICS & TIPS

It is easy to access and use images from the internet as they are powerful and pursuasive teaching tools, but that doesn't mean you should without taking responsibility and showing respect.

In general, images used only for classroom presentations and are not going to be published for public use fall under the concept of Fair Use. However, because the lines are often blurred as to what extent images can be used in the classroom it is best practice to either use free images where possible and acknowledge the original source.

What images from the internet can I use and share?

How can I use them ethically?

Using images ethically from the internet

Teach about copyright and plagiarism. Use simple strategies for ensuring work is original or cited. It’s easier to cheat online, but it’s also easier to catch improprieties. Be proactive and teach what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.

Teach about digital citizenship and being responsible as they explore all the possibilities of a Digital Learning Environment.

TIPS for ethical use of images

When you model proper use of online images students can learn how to protect themselves and respect the work of others.

1. Be a good role model - understand copyright protection laws and fair use - use free websites - acknowledge the original source

2. Empower your students as creators - encourage students to be creative and make their own material

3. Create your own licenses - guide students through creating licenses for their own work - look at Creative Commons

Information Ethics by Johnston, S. is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 f License.