Regrarding Copyright, can you use Youtube Videos in E-Learning Modules

I deal with this a lot. Just because it is on Youtube or Google, does not mean it is "Fair Game". The content still belongs to the owner. There is the "Fair Use" term used a lot to think it can be used to get around things but it is basically in the event of having to argue in court to explain.

Just like with the font Arial. It can be used for work purposes in documents and presentations etc but it is not allowed to be used if it is in content that is being sold...such as e-learning modules, Kiosk applications etc...and alternative must be used an the fines are extreme.

HBO for example have a policy of issuing fines of up to $150k ..per use of any of their video, clips, which has happened. The only exemption is when used by academic bodies such as Universities to use in lectures and courses where the content is used as part of a discuss or debate....but permission must still be sought.

Too many still today believe that "because it is through Google...it must be free". With Youtube videos you must still get the owners permission especially if the module is being sold and even if not they need to be informed and also credited.

Most think no one get caught....but they do. Another example is when a TV company posts a video on Youtube, thats ok, they created the movie or video and can upload it. however, if someone copied that video or part of it from Youtube and reposted it, then it is illegal, which is very common, and Youtube do hand out fines. Quite often it is easier to go after those that download the content rather than the people posting it...

When you have a doubt then best to not do it at all.