Creative Commons (CC) licences are a way to clarify the conditions of use of a work and avoid many of the problems current copyright laws pose. This half-day workshop is a basic introduction to Creative Commons and its implications for the information professional. Participants will look at the process of choosing a licence; then through discussion and group work will consider related issues and the role Creative Commons will play in the future.
Topics covered include:
A brief introduction to the current copyright situation
The Commons and Creative Commons: background and explanation
Information on the licences available
Related licences
International Creative Commons
The process involved in choosing to use a licence
Creative Commons case studies
Searching for Creative Commons licensed material
Implications and issues for the information professional
What the future holds for Creative Commons
Date
The event ran on Monday 20th November 2006.
Location
The event was held at the HEFCE Bristol office, Northavon House, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol BS16 1QD.
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