Avoiding Breach of Copyright

Rules re: public performance of video (yes, the classroom is considered "public").
Images students and teachers can use for projects, presentations, and resource creation (select "read more" below).
Rules around photocopying, use of materials, public performance rights etc. - Copyright Matters! is written for K-12 teachers in Canada, and is very clear. Your friendly neighbourhood Learning Specialists: Research and Resources/teacher-librarians can also help with this:
- Copyright Matters!
- Kirsten's Diigo Bookmarks
Resource Decision Tool for Teachers: allows teachers to quickly determine whether they can make use of specific materials in their lessons.
Copyright Infringement Perspectives and Information: Canadian Points of View Database

Images which can be used for projects:

The laws have now changed and you can use most (not all) images from the Internet for educational purposes, but it is helpful to be aware of open-source image resources for non-educational projects/activities. NOTE: you must still credit image sources, even when used for educational purposes.

Check out our databases. E.g. EBSCOhost includes an image search, and you may use these materials for non-profit, educational purposes.

Google image search: search by usage rights (Creative Commons works similarly):
Getty (Museum) Search Gateway
Free Music Archive
National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC)
Images: Finding and using online images (great selection of image sources)
Pics4Learning
Creative Commons: find online media you can use, and license your own works. Please pay attention to the licensing information of each and every item you use, as this can vary.
NASA images you may use.

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