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This document introduces using Creative Commons licenses in the classroom to promote responsible and ethical use of information. Creative Commons licenses allow students to use materials for their work and license their own creations. The document discusses how copyright automatically protects creators' works and their right to receive credit. It also provides a link to a video that summarizes copyright and fair use in simple terms. The document notes that the digital environment has changed information sharing on a global scale and addresses common misconceptions around assuming all online content is public domain and can be freely used without attribution. It recommends the Smartcopying Creative Commons Information Pack as a resource for educators and cites a source on the importance of media sharing for developing critical thinking and communication skills.









