All images and text on the internet are copyrighted unless they are in the public domain or the creator has released some of their rights. Only the creator can decide whether or not others can use their work to make money and/or make changes or remix their original images and videos. There may be a statement on the web page that gives permission from the creator to use the images and text on their page. They may also have a Creative Commons license that retain copyright while allowing others to copy, distribute, and make some uses of their work. If you republish an image, video or text in a blog, on YouTube, or on a webpage with out permission and documentation you can be sued or fined for copyright violation.
For academic projects and papers, you must document the sources you use in a bibliography
Your work is under copyright protection the moment it is created and fixed in a tangible form that it is perceptible either directly or with the aid of a machine or device.
Do I have to register with the U.S. Copyright Office to be protected?
No. In general, registration is voluntary. Copyright exists from the moment the work is created. You will have to register, however, if you wish to bring a lawsuit for infringement of a U.S. work.
Why should I register my work if copyright protection is automatic?
Registration is recommended for a number of reasons. Many choose to register their works because they wish to have the facts of their copyright on the public record and have a certificate of registration. Registered works may be eligible for statutory damages and attorney's fees in successful litigation.
Graphic from : Is my use "fair use"? - Copyright for Teachers - Drew University
Websites for images in the public domain or licensed for reuse
Showing a film, video, or TV program in a classroom for educational purposes - may be allowed without permission under the face to face teaching exemption (The TEACH Act Amendment) 17 U.S.C. 110 - a part of copyright law
OK to show video:
- When teaching face-to-face
- When it is played in a classroom
- With a lawfully made copy (your own or provided by Library)
- As part of instruction and related to content taught
If you want to show a film in class, please check the Tate Library Catalog to see what DVDs are available or stream a film from one of the Library databases. Feel free to email a librarian with an questions or requests.