“There is no copyright in ideas. It’s just about how words are expressed.”
Mark Stephens
What is Copyright?
Who wants to be sued for making a mistake that could’ve easily been avoided? Well, in order to not be sued you need to fully understand the definition of copyright which is the exclusive legal right, given to an originator or an assignee to print, publish, perform, film, or record literary, artistic, or musical material, and to authorize others to do the same.
Copyright Exceptions
- Fair Use
- Face-to-Face Instructor
- Virtual Instructor
Fair Use
Fair use is one of the exceptions in copyright which allows use of copyrighted materials without obtaining permission as long as the use can be considered fair. The goal is to achieve a balance between the rights of the copyright holder with the rights of the public. Fair use is also technologically neutral so the same analysis may be applied to any medium.
Face-to-Face Instructor
The traditional classroom or face-to-face instruction is when the instructor and the students of a nonprofit educational institution are in a place devoted to instruction and the teaching and learning take place at the same time. In this setting all performances and displays of a work are allowed. Examples may include music, videos, images, and printed word.
Virtual Instructor
Virtual instruction is when a course is taught either solely online or when components of face-to-face instruction are taught online such as with Blackboard and other course management systems. Virtual instruction includes digitally transmitting class materials to students. This transmission is authorized under the TEACH (Technology Education and Copyright Harmonization) Act which is a part of the copyright law.
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