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20 September 2018

Understanding Layers of Rights

When obtaining permission to use copyright-protected works, it’s important to understand the layers of rights in those works. This article examines some examples of works with multiple layers of rights, from more complicated works such as films, music, and multimedia works to a simple translation of a book. It also provides some tips for obtaining…

18 September 2018

Copyright Issues in E-Books and Electronic Publishing

If you’re using artwork, tables, maps and charts and other third-party content in electronic books, then you must consider copyright issues when planning your electronic publishing project. You may require copyright permissions for use of the content in your book. Also consider how you will protect the copyright in your electronic publishing project. This article…

13 September 2018

Your Organization’s Role in Copyright Education

Copyright compliance is an important part of an enterprise’s management and administration. Your organization’s role in copyright education is important for ensuring copyright stakeholders have the information and understanding they need to legally use copyright-protected materials. Your Organization’s Role in Copyright Education Libraries in organizations of all sizes are often the department responsible for obtaining…

11 September 2018

Legally Using Images

Are you legally using images? Where do you obtain your images? Are the illustrations or photographs created by fellow employees or independent creators? Are they images you find online, or in a print book or perhaps a magazine article? You need to consider if you’re legally using images on blogs, in course materials and elsewhere. Below are…

10 September 2018

Intellectual Property Primer

Did you know that copyright law is part of a larger area of law called intellectual property (IP) law? This intellectual property primer helps you understand what intellectual property means. It also outlines the basic elements of the four types of intellectual property: copyright, patents, trademarks and trade secrets. Distinguishing Copyright from Trademarks and Patents…

9 September 2018

Legally Using Images in Libraries

Legally using images in libraries has two perspectives: Use of images by library staff and patrons; and Understanding how copyright pertains to images, educating staff and patrons about this, and creating a copyright culture in your library. Are You Legally Using Images in Your Library? The following are common ways libraries use images where you…

7 September 2018

What Is The Public Domain?

“How do I know if something’s in the public domain?” Public domain is a frequently used term in copyright parlance, yet it isn’t defined in copyright statutes. This article provides insight into when something is in the public domain under copyright law. This information will help guide you in determining when you need to obtain copyright…