Today, we’re going to learn about some important words that you might come across when using the internet. These words are: fair use, commercial purpose, copyright, Creative Commons, and public domain. Knowing what these words mean is really important because they help us understand how to use information and pictures we find online.
When you’re learning something new, it’s helpful to know the words that are used in the lesson. If you don’t understand the words, it can be hard to follow along. That’s why it’s a good idea to look at the lesson and figure out which words might be tricky or new for you. This way, you can learn what they mean before you start the lesson.
One way to learn new words is to explain them in your own words. For example, let’s talk about “fair use.” You might describe fair use as “a rule that lets people use parts of someone else’s work without getting in trouble.” To help with this, you can use a worksheet that has boxes with each word and its definition. Underneath, you can write what the word means to you. This helps you think about the word and understand it better.
When you understand these words, you can use the internet more safely and smartly. For example, if you find a picture that says it’s under Creative Commons, you’ll know you can use it if you give credit to the person who made it. If something is in the public domain, you can use it freely without asking for permission.
Do you think it’s important to give credit and ask for permission when you use someone else’s work? If you agree, you’re already on the right track to being a responsible internet user!
Let’s play a matching game! Create cards with vocabulary words on one set and their definitions on another. Mix them up and try to match each word with its correct definition. This will help you remember what each word means.
Draw a comic strip that uses each vocabulary word in a story. This activity will help you understand how these words are used in real-life situations. Be creative and have fun with your characters and story!
Go on an internet scavenger hunt to find examples of each vocabulary word in use. For instance, find a website that uses Creative Commons images and explain how you know. This will help you see how these words apply in the digital world.
Write a short poem or song that includes all the vocabulary words. This will help you remember the words and their meanings in a fun and rhythmic way. Share your poem with the class!
In pairs, create and act out scenarios where you use the vocabulary words. For example, one of you could be a photographer explaining fair use to a friend. This will help you practice using the words in conversation.
Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript:
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We have several vocabulary terms to discuss: fair use, commercial purpose, copyright, Creative Commons, and public domain. When people are online and using digital literacy, it’s crucial for them to understand the vocabulary associated with these terms. Each term has a definition, and if you don’t grasp the vocabulary and context behind a lesson, you may find yourself at a disadvantage.
It’s important to examine a lesson and identify which vocabulary terms students might struggle with or find new and different. This preparation helps ensure they have the background knowledge they need before diving into the lesson.
For example, I ask students to explain what fair use means in their own words. I use a vocabulary worksheet based on the initial steps of the Marzano process. This worksheet is organized into boxes, each containing a vocabulary term and its definition. Underneath the definition, students are prompted to restate the term in their own words. This exercise encourages them to think critically about the meaning of the term.
For instance, one student might restate fair use as “a law protecting creative work.” It’s essential for students to understand vocabulary, especially since they often work independently online without immediate access to a teacher for clarification.
If students have a clear understanding of these terms, they can navigate online resources more effectively. For example, if they encounter a website stating that certain images are under Creative Commons, they will know they can use those images as long as they give proper credit. Similarly, if they see something labeled as public domain, they will understand that it is free for them to use.
Do you think it’s important to give credit and obtain permission when using someone else’s work? Please raise your hand if you agree.
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Vocabulary – A list of words and their meanings, often used for learning a language. – Our teacher gave us a vocabulary list to study for the English test.
Internet – A global network of computers that allows people to share information and communicate with each other. – We used the internet to research information for our science project.
Fair Use – A legal principle that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes like education and research. – The teacher explained that using a short clip from a movie in our presentation was allowed under fair use.
Copyright – A legal right that gives the creator of original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution. – The author has a copyright on her book, so no one else can publish it without her permission.
Creative Commons – A type of license that allows creators to share their work with certain permissions for others to use. – We found a Creative Commons image online that we could use for our art project.
Public Domain – Works that are not protected by copyright and can be freely used by anyone. – The classic novel is in the public domain, so we can download it for free.
Understand – To grasp the meaning or importance of something. – After reading the book, I finally understand the main character’s motivations.
Explain – To make something clear or easy to understand by describing it in more detail. – Can you explain how the water cycle works for our science class?
Credit – To acknowledge the source of information or ideas. – We need to give credit to the author when we use their ideas in our report.
Permission – Approval to do something, especially from someone in authority. – We asked for permission to use the school library for our group study session.
