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Understanding Copyright through Real-World ScenariosUnderstanding Copyright through Real-World Scenarios

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Presenter Name(s): 
Mark Swails
Abstract: 
This session will explain the basics of copyright and fair use for distance education and face to face teaching through common real-world scenarios.

Scenarios include:

  • posting video in an LMS
  • film screenings
  • ownership of faculty created course materials
  • using orphan works
  • using student work
  • copyright in new media
A significant portion of the session will be devoted to discussion of scenarios and challenges that participants have encountered. Participants will leave the session informed and empowered to make fair use assessments to present innovative course material while minimizing legal liability.

Session Type : 
Presentation
Intended Audience: 
Teach/Faculty
K-12
Tech Support
Higher Education
Librarian
What will attendees at this presentation learn that they can apply at their institution/organization?: 
Participants will leave the session informed and empowered to make fair use assessments to present innovative course material while minimizing legal liability.
Room: 
RC 183