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8.4.1: Copyright and Education, Continued.

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    AI Generated Content and Copyright 

    In this emerging age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), generating content using AI tools presents unique challenges and opportunities, especially concerning copyright. Educators, content creators, and organizations must navigate these waters carefully. Here are some ways to consider how to address copyright issues when generating content with AI:

    • Understand AI-generated Content Rights: Firstly, familiarize yourself with the legal standpoint regarding AI-generated content. Generally, AI creates content based on existing data, which might include copyrighted material. The legal framework for AI-generated content is still evolving, so it's crucial to stay informed about the latest developments.
    • Attribute Source Material When Required: If the AI tool uses source material that requires attribution (like certain Creative Commons licensed works), make sure to provide proper attribution in your generated content.  Sometimes you don't know from where the source material came - this can be a challenge when trying to determine copyright considerations.
    • Check for Originality and Infringement: Before using AI-generated content, especially if it's public-facing or for commercial use, check for potential copyright infringement. Tools like plagiarism checkers can help identify if the AI has reproduced copyrighted material too closely.
    • Develop Policies for AI Use: Institutions and businesses should develop clear policies for using AI to generate content. These policies should address how to handle copyright issues and ensure compliance with existing laws.
    • Promote Ethical AI Use: Encourage an ethical approach to AI content generation. This includes respect for intellectual property, transparency about the use of AI-generated content, and consideration of the moral implications of replacing human-created content with AI.
    • Educate and Train: Ensure that everyone involved in using AI tools for content creation is educated about copyright issues. This includes training on how to use AI responsibly and legally.  

    And finally, if in doubt, you may want to decide simply not to use the AI generated content.

    Proper Citation of Sources: Importance and Guidelines

    Let's wrap up this section with a discussion on citing sources and references. 

    Citing sources in your work is really important for a few reasons, and it's not as complicated as it sounds. First, it's all about giving credit where it’s due. Say you use an idea from a book in your project – mentioning the author's name is a way of saying thanks for their hard work. This also keeps you clear of plagiarism, which is when you use someone else’s ideas without saying where they came from, and that’s not fair or honest. Also, when you back up your points with information from trusted sources, like a well-known study, people are more likely to believe what you’re saying. It makes your work look solid and trustworthy. Finally, when you tell people where you got your information, it helps them to find those sources too. This is really helpful for anyone who wants to learn more about the topic or check that the facts are right. So, citing sources is not just a rule – it's a way to show respect, build trust, and help others learn more.

    When to Cite Sources

    When writing any kind of academic or professional document, or really, any document that others will read, it's important to know when to include citations. Here's a list of of some scenarios where you would want to cite your sources:

    • Quoting: Whenever you directly quote someone else’s words, whether it is a sentence or a specific term.
    • Paraphrasing or Summarizing: When you put someone else's ideas into your own words, a citation is still required because the idea or information originated from another source.
    • Using Data or Research: When including data, figures, or research findings that are not your own.
    • Referencing a Theory or Model: When discussing a theory, model, or framework developed by someone else.
    • Images, Videos, Art, and Music: When using or referring to multimedia elements such as images, videos, or music that were created by others.

    In this textbook, we won't be covering how to cite your sources, but encourage you to explore some of the resources at the end of this page for more information.

    Practical Tips

    • Use Citation Tools: Utilize citation generators or bibliographic software like CitationMachine, Zotero, Grammarly Citation Generator, or Mendeley to help format your citations correctly.
    • Consult Style Guides: Refer to the specific style guide (APA, MLA, etc.) for detailed instructions, as each style has unique formatting rules.
    • Citation in Drafts: It’s good practice to cite sources even in your drafts to avoid losing track of sources.
    Helpful Resources

    Some places to review for assistance in creating citations in specific styles:

    Citation Guidelines:

    Additional writing resources: Purdue OWL Writing Lab(opens in new window)

    Citation Generators:

    This page titled 8.4.1: Copyright and Education, Continued. is shared under a CC BY 4.0 license and was authored, remixed, and/or curated by Nasreen Rahim and Renee Albrecht (Open Educational Resource Initiative at Evergreen Valley College) .