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Work for Hire

An employee who creates a work within the scope of his or her employment produces a “work for hire”.  The copyright of a work for hire is owned by the employer.  However, this is not automatic.  A “work for hire” must be written into the contract.  This is an important issue for faculty to consider.  The contract with your institution may supersede your copyrights as regards your research and writing.  If this has not been put into writing, perhaps it is something that ought to be addressed to protect both parties.

For more information about “work for hire” see the Library of Congress Copyright Circular 9 “Works Made for Hire under the 1976 Copyright Act”.

 

More Copyright in the Classroom

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

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.