What can I or others do with a CC license that includes an ND element?
Is it advisable that I use a Creative Commons license with an ND element or reuse work with an ND element?
Answer
One thing to note about a "NoDerivatives" aspect to a CC license is that it grants reproduction rights which is different than derivative rights under copyright.
To better understand "NoDerivatives" CC licenses in an academic setting, please see this article:
"Why Sharing Academic Publications Under “No Derivatives” Licenses is Misguided"