Copyright provides legal protection for creators of original works like artists, writers, and musicians. It promotes creativity by allowing creators to control how their works are used. Copyright exists automatically when something is created and lasts for the creator's lifetime plus 70 years. Some key aspects of copyright include: - Works can't be copyrighted but ideas can. - Users should seek permission before using copyrighted works or use copyright-free materials. Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted works for purposes like education without permission. - Works in the public domain are no longer copyright protected and can be used by anyone. This includes most works published before 1923.

1. COPYRIGHT, W
HAT’S
COPYRIGHT?

2. COPYRIGHT IS…
Legal protection given to creator (artist, writer, musician, etc).
Promotes creativity because creators know their work is protected
and they control its use.
Creators have the right to sue if someone violates copyright.
Examples: Coldplay, Zumba fitness, Happy Birthday (update!),
Wizard of Oz

3. COPYRIGHT…
Exists automatically as soon as something is created and is good
for the life of the creator + 70 years
Ideas can’t be copyrighted!

4. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
Use copyright free materials! Ex: photos for a project
Ask permission before using copyrighted materials.
Always give credit to the original author!!
When in doubt, don’t use copyrighted materials

5. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?

6. ALL THESE OPTIONS ARE ON THE SCHOOL WEBSITE:

7. A CREATIVE COMMONS EXAMPLE:
My friend Sonya posted this picture on Flickr and gave it a license of
Since then her picture has been used multiple times in
blogs, newspaper articles, etc. No one has to contact her
for permission or pay her money because her permission
is part of the creative commons license. All they have to
do is give her credit.

8. FAIR USE IS…
Allows for limited use of copyrighted material WITHOUT getting
permission, BUT STILL GIVE CREDIT!
What matters:
• Use: educational, parody, commentary, news reporting all OK
• Amount: How much is being used?
• Effect on original work’s value: will creator lose $$?

9. PUBLIC DOMAIN IS…
Works that have expired copyrights; can be used by anyone in
their entirety. Almost all works published before 1923.
Examples:
Alice in Wonderland, The Secret Garden, Little Brother

10. MORE ON COPYRIGHT
Some examples of copyright infringement cases…complicated and subject
Copyright basics from YouTube

11. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
1. You have to apply for a
copyright when you create
something.
FALSE

12. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
2. It’s okay to use someone else’s
picture for a project entered in a
contest if you cite it and give credit.
FALSE

13. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
3. The reason you don’t usually see
and hear the Happy Birthday song
in TV and movies is because of
copyright.
TRUE

14. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
4. Copyright only covers books
and pictures.
FALSE

15. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
5. Even ideas can be copyrighted!
FALSE

16. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
6. You’re allowed to use short
passages from copyrighted
works for school projects.
TRUE

17. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
7. Jon Stewart from the Daily
Show violates copyright all the
time.
FALSE

18. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
8. Works in the public domain are
copyright free.
TRUE

19. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
9. If a student wants to use a pop
song in a school project, they
CAN’T. End of story.
FALSE

20. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
10. Copyright is confusing, but
you can always ask for help!
TRUE

21. COPYRIGHT QUIZ
What should you ALWAYS do
when using someone else’s
work?
Make sure it is copyright FREE or use a small amount (song)
CITE your work in a Works Cited! Give credit to the author!

22. Case Study
Work with your partner(s)
Link is on school website  class projects  6th
grade
Fill in the blanks on handout as you go
STUDY SHEET

23. MORE ON COPYRIGHT…