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What is copyright?

est. 30 mins

 💡 After this training: 

  • The learner is able to take copyright into account in the use and sharing of information.

  • The learner is able to identify how copyrights are related to information and information sharing.

👀 How to coordinate this training:




1. Explain about copyright

Together or independently, watch two videos or explain about copyright. You can use Step-by-Step Demonstration for support.

  1. Discussion in a whole group, in a pair or in a small group

Let's discuss copyright together:

  1. If you use a work made by another person, do you need permission?

  2. Does copyright protect the information, idea and ideas in the work?

  3. How can I use the information in someone else's work?

  4. When can I use a work made by someone else?

  5. If the work has been made under a Creative Commons license, what does that mean?

  1. Demonstrate how to find copyright free image online

Use the video as a guide for you when demonstrating and explaining about how to search for an image online that is copyright free.

4. Additional exercise

If the training is organized in Finnish, you can play games together or independently or introduce the games to learners.



Materials needed:

Computer 💻


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Step-by-step demonstration: Finding copyright-free images

Step 1: Explain Why Copyright Matters

  • Start with a short explanation:

    “Most images on the internet are owned by someone. If you copy them without permission, it can cause problems—even legal issues. But there are special images that are free to use, and we’ll learn how to find them.”

Optional tip: Show an example of a copyrighted image vs. a copyright-free one.


Step 2: Open Google Images

Step 3: Use Tools to Filter Usage Rights

  1. After the results appear, click on the “Tools” button below the search bar.

  2. A new menu will appear below—click on “Usage rights”.

  3. Select “Creative Commons licenses” (or “Labeled for reuse”, depending on language settings).

These images are safer to use in presentations or projects.


Step 4: Click on an Image and Check the Source

  • Click one image to open it.

  • Then click “Visit” or “Go to page” to open the website where the image is hosted.

  • Check if the website confirms that the image is free to use (some may still require credit to the author).

Tip: If it’s not clear, do not use the image.


Step 5: Show Trusted Free Image Websites (Optional)

Introduce learners to safe sources with fully copyright-free images:


These sites are especially useful because:

  • All images are free to use

  • No need to check licenses for each one

  • Easy to search in many languages


Materials in Finnish

  • Link 🇫🇮 How to find freely usable images online, Näin löydät netistä vapaasti käytettäviä kuvia – Kuvat ja videot (Yle)

  • Video 🇫🇮  Miten saan käyttää teoksia (Kopiraittila)

  • Games 🇫🇮 Kopiraittila

    • 1. Copyright Skills: “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” Game

      A quiz game in the style of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? with a time limit for answers. Suitable for playing alone.

    • 2. Skills for Using Works – True or False Game

      A game called True or False to practice how to use works (e.g., copyrighted materials). Can be played together or independently.

    • 3. Information Retrieval Skills – BINGO Game

      A BINGO game designed to practice information searching skills. Can be played together or independently.

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