In this blog, I will explore the meaning of copyright, as well as what I have learned about it through my technology for teachers class at Brock University! In this reflection, I will describe the meaning of copyright as well as explore the use of copyright; describing the use of it in the classroom setting for teachers and students alike in the technological setting.
What is Copyright?
Copyright is a term to describe the protection of original pieces of work, in that all rights are reserved by the author. As such, without the authors expressed permission, the distribution, displaying, copying, etc., of original sources is a violation of copyright law. Copyright is different in different parts of the globe. The complicated aspect of copyright is that individuals must obtain permission for the use of original created work, regardless if there is written consent or not. Only the originator has the right to the work, unless they give expressed permission that it is free for public use without any terms or conditions.
Why is this Important in Society/Classroom Setting Today?
In the 21st century, technology has spread to the general public to provide video clips, audio recordings, and more! As such, it is important that Internet users do not infringe on the copyright laws of others; rather, that they use original work in a way that is specified by the originator in a way that does not infringe on their copyright regulations.
What Restrictions Are Placed On Canadian Teachers?
While Canadian teachers often use a variety of original work, they too are subject to the principles of copy right. As such, performance rights (with the Creative Common Licence) are necessary for teachers to acquire if they choose to show a video in the classroom setting. Teachers are also subject to charges by copyright owners should they use copied documents in their classes. However, Creative Commons allows copyright owners to specify how their work is used. This has greatly benefited teachers to use copyright materials but with the conditions specified by the originator.
Types of Copyright!
In the Creative Commons, there are four types of copyright, combined into six different types of licenses!
Types of copyright include:
- Attribution: Allowing others to use your work with regulations according to the originators request.
- Share Alike: Allowing others to distribute work only under the same license as your work.
- Non-Commercial: Allowing others to use your work for non-commercial purposes.
- No Derivative Works: Allowing others to use your work but restricting alteration of said work.
Important Lessons for Students to Learn about Copyright!
Students must be encouraged to follow copyright laws by using original work and apply a Creative Commons license to it. Students must also attempt to expand their technology usage by exploring how to create their own images (such as Flickr), comics (such as BitStrips), music (Such as SoundCloud) etc. It is also essential to teach students how to use images created by another source, as the proper use of copyright is essential to students using digital media.
Examples of Cited Images!
Example 1:
Winchell, Richard. (April 30, 2011). Sydney, 2011. [Online image]. Retrieved from
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archibald_MacLeish#/media/File:LOC_Main_Reading_Room_Highsmith.jpg
Note: Changes were not made in this picture, as per copyright restrictions on this page.
Example 2:
Highsmith, Carol M. (December 31, 2008). Library of Congress Reading Room. [Online image]. Retrieved fromhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archibald_MacLeish#/media/File:LOC_Main_Reading_Room_Highsmith.jpg
Note: Changes were not made in this picture, as per copyright restrictions on this page.
Thats all for now! Until next time fellow bloggers!
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