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What is Creative Commons?
Creative Commons is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping creators share their works for use and adaptation by others. Creative Commons licenses are free legal tools creators can use to indicate how people may use a particular work.
Find CC licensed works
- Creative Commons Search (Images)Search here for CC licensed and Public Domain images. Eventually, the search will include video, audio and more.
- NOVA's OER guideLearn how to search for openly licensed course materials (textbooks, lectures, activities, etc.).
License Symbols
Creative Commons licenses help creators retain copyright while defining the terms on which others may use their work.
Content created by Creative Commons, originally published at http://creativecommons.org/examples, under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Choosing a CC License
- CC License ChooserAnswer a few questions about how you want your work to be used, and this resource will generate the appropriate license for you.
- Considerations for Licensors and LicenseesThings to keep in mind when choosing your Creative Commons license.
Attribution Statements
- CC Wiki Best Practices for AttributionWhen using a CC licensed work, be sure to provide attribution correctly.
- Open Attribution BuilderAutomatically generate an attribution statement. Created by Open Washington.