Open Educational Resources (OER)

Finding and Using Free Images

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February 3, 2025

 by 

Kelsey Keefe

Overview

Without licensing (i.e., permission from the copyright holder), uploading copyrighted material to HuskyCT (Blackboard) violates copyright law. Copyright issues often arise when it comes to using images in courses, as placing copyrighted images in documents and HuskyCT is considered unauthorized copying and distribution. Any images used in online courses must be licensed for this purpose. This post shows how to find, use, and cite free images that support learning in online courses legally.

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Copyright in Online Courses: Using Free Content Legally

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February 3, 2025

 by 

Kelsey Keefe

Overview

This article provides an overview of common concepts related to copyright in online courses and shares best practices for finding and using free educational materials.

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Deciding on Instructional Materials

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January 29, 2024

 by 

Eileen Stuyniski

A woman deciding among three alternatives: Make, Buy, or look for Free materials
Should you make, buy, or look for free materials? (created by UConn eCampus using ChatGPT)

Overview

This article provides instructional material alternatives, with examples, for use in online, hybrid, and in-person courses. Three options will be considered. Should you “make”, “buy” or look for “free” materials that support your learning objectives?

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