Copyright And Fair Use

There are many instances when educators deal with copyright and fair use. What is interesting is that a large portion of the time, teachers can be unaware of the situations that involve copyright and fair use regulations. A common occurrence specifically with fair use is related to the usage of films in class. I had assumed that because I purchase either a song or movie, then I am able to view or use these items in the classroom as I please, however, I have learned that there are regulations. For example, something that I have seen done a fair amount is the screening of a film as a reward. This is a violation of fair use. However, I also learned that the regulations that are in place allow for some flexibility. In many cases, one is able to use works, however, the portion of works should be limited in word count, time, or percentage. I was pleasantly surprised to find that there is compromise in what can be used, with proper citation. I think that in specific situations involving projects and presentations, this flexibility is essential. Access to works is not completely restricted. The websites like pics4learning and freeplaymusic are a good resource to have in the classroom. 

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I will attempt to explain the creative commons licenses, however, I will admit that I do not have a full grasp of these as of yet. Essentially the introduction of creative common licenses was to facilitate the ability to use a piece of work without forcing direct communication with the creator of said work. To my understanding, there are six forms of licenses that allow for different liberties and usage.

First, we begin with the attribution license which is abbreviated, BY. In this format, changes and additions can be made to the original work, as well as distribution of said work, as long as credit is given to the creator. 

Next is the attribution no-derivs. This license allows for distribution for profit, as well as not for profit, as long as no changes are made and full credit is given to the creator. 

The attribution share alike license. I believe that in this license, when changes are made, these changes must be subject to the same license. As in the attribution, changes and additions can be made, with credit given to original creator. 

The attribution non-commercial share alike license allows for changes to be made under the same license and without the purpose of profit. 

Attribution non-commerical allows for changes to be made, however the same license does not have to apply to these changes. 

Finally, the attribution non-commerical no derivs license has the most 'no's.' No changes are allowed in this license, no commercial usage is permitted under this license. 

This is the video that I watched for this assignment.