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What is educational copyright?
Although there is no separate "educational copyright" law, there are exceptions and defenses within copyright law to accommodate certain limited unlicensed educational uses. In the US, use of protected materials in educational settings is addressed in Circular 21, linked below.
Are schools exemped from copyright laws?
No. There is a provision in the "fair use" exception regarding educational use of a portion of copyrighted materials but it does not remove the responsibility for educational institutions to adhere to copyright law.
Are schools exempt from copyright laws?
No. There is a provision in the "fair use" exception regarding educational use of a portion of copyrighted materials but it does not remove the responsibility for educational institutions to adhere to copyright law.
What are some examples of training materials that may be subject to the copyright laws?
Textbooks, computer manuals, educational videos, and worksheets may all be protected by copyright.
What are the copyright laws that govern the use of materials for educational purposes?
Copyright laws that govern the use of materials for educational purposes allow for limited use of copyrighted materials without permission, such as for teaching, research, and scholarship. This falls under the concept of fair use, which permits the use of copyrighted materials for educational purposes as long as certain criteria are met, such as the purpose of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount used, and the effect on the market for the original work. It is important for educators to be aware of these laws to ensure compliance and avoid copyright infringement.
Are unreleased film outtakes copyright if the released film has a copyright?
Yes; materials are protected by copyright as soon as they are fixed.
What is the status of an item out of copyright?
After copyright term has expired, materials enter the public domain.
How can you avoid copyright?
Use only materials for which you are the rightsholder, materials in the public domain, or materials for which you have a license.
Which strategy will best help her avoid copyright issues?
Use only original material, materials in the public domain, or materials for which you have permission from the copyright holder.
Is the internet subject to copyright laws?
Materials on the internet are protected by copyright, just as their analog counterparts.
What should you do if your ISP sent you a copyright infringement notice?
Stop downloading copyright infringing materials.
How many reproductions can an educational institution make of a copyright work?
There is no clear answer on this in the law.
