Libre License Best Practices

This page is to capture thoughts around best practices with the Libre Puro License if such a license existed. It does not require attribution, and requires derived works to be released under a license which perpetuates the four freedoms derived from those of free software.

The Libre Puro Licence decouples abuses of data, information and knowledge from the act of making a copy.

Attribution
Where appropriate (e.g.) in an academic context, acknowledge sources as one normally would (even if the sources are public domain).

If you decide to mix a Libre Puro resource with other libre resources which require attribution, then remember to comply with the conditions of the license for the derived work. If it requires attribution, acknowledge the Libre Puro resource which is now a potentially modified component simply by indicating that the work incorporates libre puro components and provide the URLs and other attribution details where appropriate.

Social attribution: some Libre Puro resources might not acknowledge sources. The most common reasons are that they were developed in a context which did not require attribution (e.g. kids mixing resources for fun and sharing them with their friends), or they did not want to be acknowledged. In this case, indicate "authors unknown" and request help in identifying them. This may be done via e-mail or by setting up a service for "social attribution" followed by a verification process (for example). Check whether the contributors actually want to be publically acknowledged.

The intent is to enhance the spirit of collaboration and appreciation of the efforts of contributors.

Commercial Use
Consider the original authors/ contributors (if known) and whether they are worthy of any financial returns. It may be courteous to ask permission to use a resource commercially, even though the Libre Puro license does not require this.

If you manage to make money by selling libre resources, consider offering some proportion of the profits to previous contributors.

Fair Use
Fair use ... Fair dealing .... In general, whether a resource is libre or not, be fair in your use and re-use of it.

Accessibility
Where time and resources permit, take the trouble to make a resource accessible to people with disabilities.

The license permits anyone to offer the service (professionally or voluntarily) of rendering libre resources accessible.

Guidelines:


 * ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines
 * Web Content Accessibility Guidelines