Animated video encourages students to think about copyright law and the appropriate ways to use original work responsibly.
Type of Material:
Animation
Recommended Uses:
This is an introduction to the general concepts of copyright law which can be used to initiate further discussion on how to use material. It that can be viewed in the classroom as a group or assigned as homework or a refresher at any time.
Technical Requirements:
Requires a computer with sound that can access the internet for video and sound. It was tested in Microsoft Edge, Chrome, and Firefox.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Students will learn the basic concept of copyright law.
Student will learn what they need to do to use a copyrighted work.
Student will learn the four points of fair use.
Target Student Population:
Middle School, High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Ability to use a computer and access the internet
Content Quality
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Strengths:
The video is a clear, concise, and accurate representation of copyright and fair use.
As stated in the video, it easy to copy and paste copyrighted works available online to create one’s own work. This applies to all disciplines. Therefore, this video is current and relevant.
The video includes attractive visuals.
The video can be incorporated many different ways in a classroom.
This video is short and brief which is appealing to students and it includes attractive visuals and contemporary examples. This video is short and brief which is appealing to students and it includes attractive visuals and contemporary examples.
Concerns:
While the video is of appropriate length, the recommendations do not go far enough in explaining how to actually cite a resource, how to contact the copyright holder for permission, or if all of the criteria for fair use must be met to use someones material.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
The description of the video accurately summarizes what it will cover and suggests that no prerequisite knowledge is needed.
The video is well-organized and introduces the different concepts logically. It does a great job summarizing key concepts in a short amount of time.
The video could be used during a lecture, as an assigned viewing, as a prompt for discussion, etc.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
This video is easy to use; it is currently on the first page and the start arrow is in the center of the video. It is engaging, visually appealing, and has a high design quality. The look of the video is very current. The video uses a good mix of text and images.
Concerns:
The video is hosted on the website of a nonprofit organization and the highlighted videos may change. There may also be an issue with the timing of the subtitles.
Creative Commons:
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