A Guide to Copyright Law for Faculty and Staff

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Introduction

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Copyright Matters Online Discussion Webboard

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Pretest

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Module 1: The Near-Exclusive Rights of Copyright Owners

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What is Copyright

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How Long Does Copyright Last

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Copyright's Basis in Law (History)

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Infringement and Liability

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Module 2: Exceptions to the Rights of Copyright Owners

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Fair Use

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A Fair Use Checklist

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Classroom Use

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Distance Education (The TEACH Act of 2002)

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A Teach Act Checklist

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Library Copying

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Asking Permission to Use a Copyrighted Work

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Module 3: Being Practical (Rules and Scenarios)

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"Official" Guidelines

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Rules of Thumb

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Illustrations

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Module 4: Knowledge and Security

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Good Faith

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Legalities (Protections)

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Web Resources

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Conclusions

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Post Test