Teachers should use online resources judiciously and only include content that directly supports learning objectives. When using copyrighted materials, teachers should give credit to the original creator and only modify content for educational purposes. It's best to seek permission when possible or use materials with open licenses approved for educational use. Creative Commons licenses provide legal frameworks for sharing content while protecting creators' rights.

1. Professional Development What can I use as a teacher off the internet and in my classroom?

2. Using resources to help students with communication and critical thinking skills, but only using what's needed. The use of digital technology and media in the planned curriculum. Sharing information as a tool for another educator. The students ability to use copyrighted materials and changing for creative purpose. Teaching students to use resources wisely and fairly. “giving credit where credit is do” There are always exceptions and limitations to everything. Principals of Fair Use

3. Always ask permission when its possible. Copyright your own work. If you are unsure ask for clarification. If your still in doubt find the information elsewhere. Try and use material that has been specifically open for use in education. Go through approved websites. Tips for Teachers

4. Creative commons helps to connect people to information legally. It protects the creator and the person wanting to use the information. It helps the legal aspects of using digital resources. Help provided licenses and tools necessary to share and use information of media. There licenses are free and user friendly to assist in sharing and using information properly. What is Creative Commons?

5. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tWhKeb-fUQ This is a short music video that gives a brief explanation on fair use in education. Music Video

6. Teacher copy right tips-- http://oak.kcsd.k12.pa.us/technology/copyright/tips.html http://online.education.ufl.edu/file.php/4037/05DigitalCitizen/CodeofBestPracticesinFairUse.pdf http://creativecommons.org/education Resources