Thing #10

I am learning so many new things about technology and the Internet. I had never heard of Creative Commons which allows users to use copyrighted material with some restrictions. The author's work is shared which allows for collaboration with other people. I have never seen this logo on websites. Creative Commons can be used by teachers and students without worrying whether copyright laws are broken when they use pictures, songs, written material, etc. for classroom use. Now students are free to be creative and borrow ideas from another person which sparks creativity. They are able to "use, learn, and become inspired" from the work of other people. Students can use pictures for powerpoint, digital stories, use songs, etc. freely. I would have never thought about copywriting a blog. I need to get on board with the digital age because I don't own a digital camara. I still use 35mm cameras. The only time I have shared content on the web is through my courses at APSU in blogs and discussion forums. I don't even subscribe to Facebook or other social networking sites. I don't see many negatives for using Creative Commons sense the rules have been set and permission has been granted for the material to be used. Other than a person not finding what they need on Creative Commons and wanting to use copyrighted material instead, this is a great way to motivate students to become creative artists.