Digital Literacy - Session 5 - Creative Commons

• Computing
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Digital Literacy

Creative Commons

Aims for this session:

A.C 2.3 - Apply rules relating to copyright and creative commons licensing to digital resources.

A.C 3.1 - Design and present digital content in different formats. 

 Explain how to design and present digital content in 3 different formats. 

Have you ever used images or videos in your work?

How do you know if you can use them legally?

What is Copyright?

• Copyright is a legal right that protects original works of authorship, such as books, music, art, designs, and even software.
  
• It ensures the creator has control over how their work is used and shared.
  

Can you think of something you use every day that is protected by copyright?

Why Does Copyright Exist?

• To protect creators’ rights and encourage innovation.
• To prevent others from copying, selling, or using original work without permission.

Do you think copyright is important in your trade?

Yes

No

Not Sure

Blueprints

Original designs are protected by copyright. Using someone else's plans without permission can lead to legal trouble.

Logos

A company’s logo or branding is protected; you can’t copy it for your own use.

Why Trades Should Care About Copyright

Software

CAD tools, machinery software, and apps are copyrighted and require licenses to use.  

Damaged reputation

Fines or legal action

Loss of trust from clients or employers

Consequences of Ignoring Copyright

What is Creative Commons?

• Creative Commons is a system that allows creators to share their work with others legally while keeping some rights reserved.
• It gives people permission to use, share, or build on someone’s work without breaking copyright laws.

Types of Creative Commons Licences

CC BY

Others can use your work as long as they credit you.

CC BY-SA (ShareALike)

This license enables reusers to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format, so long as attribution is given to the creator. The license allows for commercial use.

CC BY-NC (NonCommercial)

This license enables reusers to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format for noncommercial purposes only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator.

CC BY-NC-SA (NonCommercial-ShareAlike)

This license enables reusers to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format for noncommercial purposes only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator.

CC BY-ND (NoDerivs)

This license enables reusers to copy and distribute the material in any medium or format in unadapted form only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator. The license allows for commercial use.

CC BY-NC-ND (NonCommercial-NoDerivs)

This license enables reusers to copy and distribute the material in any medium or format in unadapted form only, for noncommercial purposes only, and only so long as attribution is given to the creator.

Benefits and Challenges of Creative Commons

Benefits

• Free access to useful resources.
• Encourages collaboration and innovation

Challenges

• Must follow licence rules carefully.
• Limited options for commercial use.

How to Find Creative Commons Materials

Websites like:

  - Wikimedia Commons (images).

  - Open Educational Resources (OER).

  - Free design tools for trades (e.g., CAD files).

- Look for the CC logo and licence type.

ocw.mit.edu

Activity

Q6. Answer part a) and b) in your workbook then

- Go to the Library/Computer

- Use Canva to create an information page on a project you have been working on (i.e. bricklaying/plumbing/etc. technique)

- Use Creative Commons-friendly websites (e.g., Unsplash, Pixabay, Wikimedia Commons, or OER platforms) to find the following:

- An image related to the project.

Activity

Q6. Answer part a) and b) in your workbook then

- Go to the Library/Computer

- Use Canva to create an information page on a project you have been working on (i.e. bricklaying/plumbing/etc. technique)

- Use Creative Commons-friendly websites (e.g., Unsplash, Pixabay, Wikimedia Commons, or OER platforms) to find the following:

- An image related to the project.

Instructions:

Ensure the resource has a visible licence.

Record the details: Title, Author, Source (link), and Licence Type (TASL).

These details should be included on the document you create.

**Before you go, I will demonstrate how to find images**

Activity

Q6. Answer part a) and b) in your workbook then

- Go to the Library/Computer

- Use Canva to create an information page on a project you have been working on (i.e. bricklaying/plumbing/etc. technique)

- Use Creative Commons-friendly websites (e.g., Unsplash, Pixabay, Wikimedia Commons, or OER platforms) to find the following:

- An image related to the project.

Instructions:

Ensure the resource has a visible licence.

Record the details: Title, Author, Source (link), and Licence Type (TASL).

These details should be included on the document you create.

**Before you go, I will demonstrate how to find images**

Q7 Use appropriate tools to design and present digital content in different formats.

(Recreate the canva project in PowerPoint and also on MS Word)

 In the workbook explain how to design and present digital content in 3 different formats. (Canva, PowerPoint & Word)

In this session:

A.C 2.3 - Apply rules relating to copyright and creative commons licensing to digital resources.

A.C 3.1 - Design and present digital content in different formats. 

 Explain how to design and present digital content in 3 different formats.