As teachers we will be using many materials from all different sources and we must know what is and is not legal when it comes to copyright laws.It is all too easy to just make copies or take pictures from the internet whenever we need them. However, there are certain steps you must take first to ensure you are crediting the correct person and even have permission to use the material because once something is on the internet it is automatically copyrighted
There are many resources on the internet that can help when determining whether it is ok to use material in your class or on the internet. One way to double check yourself before you use anything is the acronym PNAM, which stands for; the purpose of use, the nature of use, amount of work you need, and the market. It is much easier to just take what we need from where we find it, but if we do not take the proper steps there can be major repercussions.
There are websites that are made for use in the classroom. Pics for learning is a site filled with pictures that can be used freely. Teachers pay teachers is a site where teachers post their own works available for free download or purchase. there are worksheets, smart board tools, power point presentations and unit plans for all sorts of lessons for all grade levels.
