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Finding and Using Image Resources

Copyright and Fair Use

What does copyright mean? This means that unless images are in the public domain, everything that is published online or in print is protected by Copyright Law and copying images without explicit permission may not be permitted.

What does fair use mean? Fair use is an exception to the protection of  U.S. copyright law. It allows for limited use of images without obtaining permission from the author or owner. This type of copying is considered "fair" and is applicable for teaching, scholarship, or research.

Refer to the links below for further information about copyright and fair use.

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Creative Commons

Creative Commons licenses provide anyone "a free, simple, and standardized way to grant permissions for creative and academic works; ensure proper attribution; and allow others to copy, distribute, and make use of those works."

There are six Creative Commons licenses, each with different requirements for how creative work may be reused. Explore the licenses to find out, "What can I do with this work?".

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