Information Literacy Program at Decker Library

Suggested Workshop Schedule (120 minutes):

1. Welcome - 5 minutes
2. Ask them what they think the purpose of copyright is. Talk about the intent of copyright - 5 minutes
3. Ask them if they know of examples in which copyright doesn't apply. Talk about where copyright doesn't apply - 5 minutes
4. Group activity: Think/Pair/Share several instances of copyright infringement - 60 minutes 
5. Discussion of Community Norms. What would they like to see? - 5 minutes 
6. Creative Commons - 5 minutes 
7. How to find useable content, copyright free and creative commons - 30 minutes 
8. Recap and Evaluations - 5 minutes

Active Learning Module: Fair Use in the Arts

Learning Outcome:
By the end of this activity, students will be able to demonstrate understanding of the four factors of fair use as well as some of the complexities of copyright. 

About this activity:
It is important to use the Think/Pair/Share model with each example since it allows those who are shy/not comfortable with speaking to participate. 

Handout for Activity

Presentation Notes/Talking Points

Creative Commons Module

(to be created) 

Finding Images Module

(To be created)