The Target Learner
· This lesson plan is geared primarily toward 8th grade students in a computer applications class.
Educational Objectives
· The objective of this lesson is to facilitate a deeper understanding of what is acceptable use of materials that the students want to incorporate into projects they will be developing.
· The students will study the basics of copyright laws and develop an understanding of how it affects the materials they use, and why such laws are important.
Associated Standards
METS
· 6-8.CC.1. use digital resources (e.g., discussion groups, blogs, podcasts, videoconferences, Moodle, Blackboard) to collaborate with peers, experts, and other audiences
· 6-8.CC.1. use digital resources (e.g., discussion groups, blogs, podcasts, videoconferences, Moodle, Blackboard) to collaborate with peers, experts, and other audiences
· 6-8.RI.1. use a variety of digital resources to locate information
· 6-8.DC.1. provide accurate citations when referencing information sources
· 6-8.DC.2. discuss issues related to acceptable and responsible use of technology (e.g., privacy, security, copyright, plagiarism, viruses, file-sharing)
· 6-8.DC.5. create media-rich presentations on the appropriate and ethical use of digital tools and resources
NETS
1. Creativity and Innovation
b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression
2. Communication and Collaboration
a. interact, collaborage, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital
d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems
3. Research and Information Fluency
b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources
and media
5. Digital Citizenship
a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity
c. exhibit leadership for digital citizenship
NETS
1. Creativity and Innovation
b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression
2. Communication and Collaboration
a. interact, collaborage, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital
d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems
3. Research and Information Fluency
b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources
and media
5. Digital Citizenship
a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology
b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity
c. exhibit leadership for digital citizenship
Means of Assessing
· Formative Assessment -
o As the students move through the lesson, they will complete worksheets that will serve to show the student's understanding of the topic. These worksheets will help guide them as they visit different websites that address copyright laws.
· Summative Assessment -
o The students will be responsible for creating a brochure that will present the copyright laws to their peers. This will be completed as a collaborative project utilizing Google Docs.
§ This document will go into their Computer Applications folder so they may reference it during the class.
o Completion of the final project will require it to be uploaded to the instructor's Moodle page.
Required Time & Resources
· This project will take approximately 5 days to complete
o Days 1-3: Introduction and research (while utilizing worksheets)
o Days 4-5: Group work on final project - the completion of the copyright brochure.
Description of Lesson
1. The lesson will begin by asking the students questions about the Copyright Laws. The questions will be used to facilitate discussion about copyright laws.
o How many of you have copied images from Google Images and used the image in a slideshow?
o Who in here has downloaded music from a person-to-person site?
o Have you ever created a slideshow or movie that has a popular song playing in the background?
o Have you ever sought permission for using these things?
o Would you like it if someone used something you created without your permission?
o Why do you think copyright laws were developed? What do you think they cover?
The answers to the questions will be put on the board. By raising their hands, a count can be given for the first five questions.
2. Following the class discussion, the students will watch A Fair(y) Tale. This is an entertaining way to introduce the specifics of how copyrighted materials can be used. After viewing the movie, the class will revisit the questions posed earlier to examine if what they believe to be okay falls within the parameters of acceptable use.
3. Visiting websites. The students will visit the following websites to explore the principles of copyrighted materials.
o Copyright Basics - http://www.copyrightkids.org/cbasicsframes.htm
o Copyright Basics Worksheet - At bottom of blog
o 10 Myths About Copyright Explained - http://www.templetons.com/brad/copymyths.html
o After Reading this article, the students will enter the copyright discussion forum, via Moodle, to enter their comments on the article. Areas to consider are:
§ Have you committed copyright infringement before? Explain how.
§ Give two of the myths that left the biggest impact on you.
§ Comment on at least 3 other posts by your peers.
4. After completing the worksheet and discussion forum, the students will work in pairs to produce a brochure explaining copyright and fair use. The pairs of students will create the brochure using Google Documents. The brochure will be used to promote copyright awareness. It will be displayed in the schools for other students to reference. The rubric for the brochure is included at the bottom of the blog.
Teaching Strategies
The teacher in this lesson will serve as a guide as the students work their way through an inquiry-based lesson. Examples will be given during class, and then the students will research the material. As they move through the lesson, the instructor will take a backseat roll. However, the instructor will be there to guide the student when problems arise. Foreseen problems may deal with definitions and software attributes (creating the brochure).
Copyright Basics Worksheet
http://www.copyrightkids.org/cbasicsframes.htm
As you research the Copyright Basics website, answer the following questions:
1. As the author of your work, you have the right, or you can allow others, to do what five actions with your own work?
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2. What is a derivative work?
3. Copyright protects original works that are ______________ in "tangible form." But some things, like music, don't have a tangible form. How do the copyright laws address this issue?
4. Give the 8 Categories That Are Defined As Copyrighted Works | |
1. | 5. |
2. | 6. |
3. | 7. |
4. | 8. |
5. You are instructed by your boss to create a template for the company while you are at work. Who owns the copyright?
6. The dragon mural that is being created in the middle school lobby is being painted by the art class. Who (unless agreed upon otherwise) would own the copyright?
7. Define Copyright Infringement:
8. What are the four factors of the "Fair Use" doctrine?
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9. As this site notes, relying on this doctrine instead of seeking permission is risky. Describe how the courts use these factors in determining if the use of an item follows the fair use policy.
10. True or False As soon as you create something tangible, it is copyrighted.
11. Prior to March 1, 1989, what was required to ensure copyright protection? Is this still required?
12. What three things are required for items such as books and posters?
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13. Copyright protection is not required, but why is it a good idea?
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14. If you created a painting in Art class today, what year would the copyright expire?
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