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Copyright in the Classroom

Just Because You Can

Does Not Mean You May!

There are many devices which make duplication of copyrighted work possible, easy and quick.  But the ability to do so does not make it legal to do so.  Just because you can make copies does not mean you may!

Peruse the Campus Guide to Copyright Compliance created by the Copyright Clearance Center for basic information about copyright on campus as well as more complex issues like interlibrary loan and e-reserves.

Use the following links to learn more about the copyright law particularly as it relates to higher education.
 

More Copyright in the Classroom

The Copyright Law

What are Copyrightable works?

What is protected by copyright?

The Copyright Notice

What cannot be protected by copyright?

Public Domain

Protected from Public Domain

Fair Use Exemption

Fair Use Checklist

Classroom Guidelines

Face-to-Face Teaching Exemption

Students & Copyright

Work for Hire

Copyright and the Web

Investigating Copyright Status

Getting Permission

How to find copyright owners

Permission Letters

Some myths about copyright

International Copyright

DMCA Designated Agent

TEACH Act

Library & Copyright

Current Legislation & Case Law

Helpful Web sites

Resources on Intellectual Property Law

The information presented here is not legal advice. Individuals and organizations should consult their own attorneys.

© Janet Tillman/The Master’s College, 2004, permission is granted for non-profit educational use; any reproduction or modification should include this statement.