Creative Commons Resources

Looking for some tips and resources for teaching students about Creative Commons? Check out: Can I Use That? A Guide to Creative Commons


You should also check out Kathleen Morris's A Simple Guide to Free Images, Copyright, and Creative Commons for Students and Teachers

Student Created Content for Teaching about Creative Commons

  • Copyright CC License Project - From Jim Bentley's 5th graders, a great example of students teaching students (and teachers) about CC licenses. (See video below)
  • CC Licenses Explained - Jim's students are back! They've created a recap of the Copyright CC License Project. They've also teamed with the Digital ID Project on a teacher challenge: Use EdPuzzle to feature the video (CC Licenses Explained) and create stopping points to help viewers assess their understanding of Creative Commons licenses and reflect on the implications for their own digital creations. (See video below)