Fair Use and Copyright

Fair use and copyright are very important things for teachers to be aware of. Not only will they affect how you use materials but they will affect what happens if you misuse them. For many, these laws seem unimportant. Would someone create something without giving us permission to use it? In fact, authors do want us to use their work, but we must use it within the boundries of respect and integrity. We cannot claim credit or money for others' work, we cannot steal materials, we cannot diminish the value of others' work. These standards should be especially evident for those who call themselves Christ followers. We are commanded to respect those who are in authority over us. this means following fair use and copyright laws. God is our witness and we should live lives of righteousness and integrity know that our actions reflect our Savior.