Posted by Katie Steffen on Sep 22, 2015; 5:37pm
URL: https://nabble.aealearningonline.org/POST-4-Copyright-tp535p559.html

I learned quite a bit from the self-paced module on Copyright.  Google and Bing have always been my go to resource when looking for content or images to include in my training materials; however after reviewing this module I realize that my practices are reckless and that I need to be more cognizant of the material I am accessing for use in my training.  With more of our training and resources being available online it is important to ensure we are taking the necessary precautions when posting materials in an online forum. I appreciated the information on Creative Commons and have started utilizing the available filters in Google and Bing to help protect myself from possible infringement.  I also learned that there is a difference between displaying resources in a face-to-face classroom vs. an online environment.  

Even with the tools such as Creative Commons it is still best when possible to access materials through the AEA as all of the materials have been filtered for you.  It allows more time to be spent on finding applicable resources and less time worrying about if the material, clip art, article, etc. can be used.   It is just as important for students to have an understanding of copyright and how to safely find resources when working on projects, especially with the accessibility of online content to students.