3.3 Licence types

Mobile on the circular train, Yangon, Myanmar II [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)]  by Beck Pitt is licensed CC BY 2.0

There are six different CC licences, designed to help accommodate the diverse needs of creators while still using simple, standardised terms.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this section of the course, you will be able to:

  • explain the CC licence suite
  • describe the different CC licence elements.

Reflection

Think about a piece of creative or academic work you made that you are particularly proud of. If you shared that work with others, would you accept them adapting it or using it for commercial purposes? Why, or why not?

Final remarks

Introduction