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Copyright for WMDD

Copyright Scenarios: Activity

Form a group of 3-4 people. Each group will be assigned a copyright scenario (1, 2, 3, or 4).

Complete the Creative Commons license chooser based on the facts of your scenario.

Which Creative Commons license did you ultimately select? Choose one member of your group to share your thoughts with the class. 

  1. Scenario 1 (Open Source Web Framework) 

    • A web developer has created a new open-source web development framework with unique features and functionalities. They want to share it with the web development community, but also ensure proper attribution.
       
  2. Scenario 2 (Custom Plugin for a Client):

    • A web developer is working closely with a client who runs a popular blog platform. They've requested a custom plugin that enhances the functionality of their website by adding new features for their users. After weeks of development, testing, and refinement, the plugin is ready for deployment. The client is thrilled with the plugin and sees its potential to benefit other bloggers in the community. They express interest in open licensing to encourage widespread adoption.
       
  3. Scenario 3 (Open Source Icon Set):

    • A web designer has created a set of custom icons for use in web design projects and wants to share them with the design community while allowing modification and commercial use.
       
  4. Scenario 4 (Educational Web Content):

    • A web developer has created educational web content, such as tutorials and resources for web development, and wants to encourage its wide dissemination while maintaining the integrity of the content.

Scenarios provided by ChatGPT 3.5.