What are Copyrightable works?
Anything that fits into one of these eight categories is copyrightable works:
1) literary works (not limited to literature)
2) musical works
3) dramatic works
4) pantomimes and choreographic works
5) pictorial, graphics, and sculptural works
6) motion pictures and other audiovisual works
7) sound recordings and
8) architectural works
These apparent narrow classifications are in fact interpreted very broadly and cover pretty much anything the human creative intellect can come up with. For instance computer programs fall under the category of “literary works” and can be registered with the copyright office.
More Copyright in the Classroom
What is protected by copyright?
What cannot be protected by copyright?
Face-to-Face Teaching Exemption
Investigating Copyright Status
Library & Copyright
Current Legislation & Case Law
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.