3. This means…
one is not allowed to copy any
published materials like books,
music, games, images, software
etc.
4. Who Owns what?
The author usually owns what is written, posted or
recorded unless someone else is hired to conduct and
report the information through different media outlets.
Ownership can be complicated. Some categories of works
that used to be distinct and about which there were few
issues of ownership may now be merged into a single
work.
5. What is the TEACH Act?…
TEACH Act is a copyright law that provides educators
with a separate set of rights in addition to fair use, to
display and perform other’s works in the classroom and
can apply to any work not limiting it to any medium.
Basically it opens doors to the education field to enable
the use of whatever is needed to engage and enlighten
the students as needed.
6. What is fair use?
Fair use is a policy that gives you the opportunity to
protect yourself against copyright lawsuits.
There are questions/ factors to assess prior to using
work that one wishes to use in their own presentations,
writing or internet use.
Are we using others’ material fairly? Let’s find out!
7.
8. Why is “ownership”
important?
Knowing who owns a specific media is important so that
one does not copy or use it without giving credit where
credit is due.
Research must be conducted to make sure all is clear
and well prior to usage.
9. What permissions are
necessary?
Permission to utilize any work that one wants to “borrow” is
crucial. For starters, one must pass a few difficult tasks in
order to assure they acquire the correct clearance.
For example; If the work is part of a book or a journal article,
check the Copyright Clearance Center ("CCC") first. This site
will usually yield the results of the copyrighted material you
wish to use. Along side this site, there are many others that
will offer the same information as to the materials posted.
10. Getting Permission
Contact the owner
Several online methods/organizations
Confirm the authority
Get it written down (documentation is key)
Keep good records
Still liable
11. Need to know more?
Feelfree to visit
http://copyright.lib.utexas.edu/copypol2.html
for more in depth information on the use of
copyright, the laws and what YOU should know!
12. References…
www.erikjheels.com
www.hesterdesigns.com
www.fairuse.stanford.edu
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