Examining & Discussing Copyright
October 4, 2007
Here is a sampling of things overheard during the “Challenges Regarding Copyright and Use” Discussion held in the Pallister Conference room of Jerome Library on October 2:
- Copyright is a balancing test between protecting rights of creators and the promotion of knowledge
- Copyright law is based on varying interpretations depending on jurisdiction, legal precidents, and intent
- Common Misuses
– scanning an article into a PDF format (obtain permission and/or check copyright permissions first)
– putting a full PDF copy of an article on your Blackboard site (post a link instead, if from our libraries research database) - Questions discussed included:
– use of digital videos
– transferring from video to DVD (or other format conversions)
– creating a digital archive or copy of ancient works from another country
– use of PDFs - Keys to remember:
– link to an article when possible, rather than providing it
– article in e-reserves – use only once per semester; after that, permission should be obtained
– course packs – you or printer must obtain permission
– exercise your citizen rights by contacting legislators regarding proposed/needed changes for educational purposes
– you must make a reasonable attempt to seek permission
– make sure YOUR works are available for future use (refer to Author’s Rights Addendum from SPARC) - Additional Links:
– Checklist for Fair Use – A general overview of what can be considered Fair Use; developed by Kenneth Crews, Indiana University
– Office of General Counsel on Copyright at Catholic University of America (News, checklists, and Q&A with a lawyer)
The next University Libraries Discussion session will be Publishing in Transition on Monday, November 5, from 11:30-1:00.
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