Licensing & Use of Virtual Science Teachers Content
Our Commitment
Virtual Science Teachers (VST) is committed to providing high-quality science resources that support classroom instruction and scientific literacy. We strive to make our materials accessible to educators while protecting the integrity and sustainability of our work.
Copyright
© Virtual Science Teachers. All rights reserved.
All original content on the VST website is protected by copyright unless otherwise noted.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Written instructional materials
Lesson structures and learning activities
Worksheets and printable resources
Interactive tools and simulations
Platform design and architecture
Assessment systems and feedback mechanisms
Graphics created by VST
Permitted Educational Use
Teachers, schools, and educational organizations may:
Use VST resources in classroom instruction
Share materials directly with enrolled students
Display or project materials during lessons
Link to VST resources from school or district platforms
Use must remain for educational purposes and may not involve redistribution or resale.
Restrictions
Without prior written permission, users may not:
Sell or resell VST materials
Upload VST content to paid platforms or subscription services
Bundle VST materials into paid courses or products
Modify and redistribute VST content as original work
Extract or copy interactive tools, simulations, or proprietary systems
Rebrand VST materials
If you are interested in licensing, partnerships, or commercial use, please contact:
admin@virtualscienceteachers.com
Technical Services
Optional services such as LMS integration (LTI), analytics tools, enterprise support, or other platform enhancements may be offered under separate service agreements. These services relate to platform infrastructure and do not grant redistribution rights to VST content.
Third-Party Content
Some VST resources incorporate third-party materials, such as PhET Interactive Simulations developed by the University of Colorado Boulder. These materials retain their original licenses and terms of use and are not covered by VST’s copyright.
Users are responsible for complying with applicable third-party licensing terms.
Embedded third-party media (including stock images, videos, or external tools) may not be downloaded, extracted, or redistributed independently of the VST platform.
Questions
If you have questions about permitted use, licensing, or partnerships, please contact: