What if a video is copyrighted, can I caption it for educational use?

Yes, educational institutions can caption copyrighted videos for accessibility purposes under the “fair use” exemption. This applies to K–12 and postsecondary schools providing access under disability laws (e.g., ADA, Section 504, IDEA). The institution must first try to find an accessible version at a fair price, and the captioned video must be securely shared, such as in a Learning Management System (LMS) or private YouTube channel, only with students and staff who need access.