Copyright and Citing

What is copyright?

Copyright gives creators control over how their work can be used. In Canada, all creative works (including videos, images and music), are automatically protected under copyright law even if you don't see a copyright symbol. Some creators may choose to give more options for sharing their work, using tools like Creative Commons licenses.

If you're using other people's creative work for your presentation, you'll need to make sure that you have the right to use it.

Where can I find free content for my presentations?

There are several good sources for images, music, video clips and other creative works that are free and legal to use for your assignments. The Sandbox's Finding Free Images and Audio Online guide lists several free options. You can also look for a Creative Commons license on a website to let you know how the work can be used.

What is citing?

Citing is giving credit whenever you use someone else's ideas or work, including creative work like images, graphics and music. Citing work is part of good academic integrity practices.

How can I cite in my presentation?

The Seneca Libraries citation guides provide information about citing your sources in digital media projects like presentations. You can find specific examples in the Seneca Libraries guides on citing in APA and MLA formats.

If you're not sure which citation style to use, check your assignment instructions and course outline, or ask your instructor.