LibGuides: Copyright Guide: Copyright Resources

Copyright Law for Librarians and Educators: Creative Strategies and Practical Solutions, 4th ed. (ProQuest Ebook Central) by Kenneth D. Crews Provides the tools librarians and educators need to take control of their rights and responsibilities as copyright owners and users. Includes basic copyright definitions and key exceptions for education and library services and helps readers to understand the concept of fair use -- with fresh interpretations of its many gray areas that will aid decision making -- and learn the current state of affairs regarding mass digitization, Creative Commons, classroom use and distance education, the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, and other important topics.
ISBN: 9780838916292
Publication Date: 2020-02-21

Copyright Crash Course (University of Texas Libraries)
The Copyright Crash Course is arranged into several sections that allow users to explore certain areas of copyright law individually or as a group. The Course was originally created with faculty in mind, but can be used by anyone who is interested in understanding and managing their copyrights. Created by Georgia Harper and currently maintained by UT Libraries.
Implementing a Copyright Policy (University of Texas Libraries)
Provides helpful tips and guidance on implementing a copyright policy. Part of the UT System Copyright Crash Course.
UT Southwestern - Office for Technology Development - Intellectual Property 101
UT Southwestern’s intellectual property policies and actions consistent with the UT Regents’ rules and guidelines and the U.S. Public Health Service/NIH Patent Policy.
UT System Policy 107 Use of Copyrighted Materials
It is the policy of The University of Texas System and its institutions to follow the United States Copyright Law of 1976, as amended.
Campus Guide to Copyright | Copyright Clearance Center
Provides a basic explanation of copyright issues and U.S. copyright law and information about the annual copyright license that is available to colleges and universities. Produced by the Copyright Clearance Center.

Note: Refer to the UT Copyright Crash Course - Copyright Clearance Center page for types of uses and materials covered by our CCC license.

Copyright.gov (U.S. Copyright Office)
Search copyright information on books, music, serials, or documents. Databases contain records of registrations and ownership documents since 1978.
Copyright Basics (U.S. Copyright Office)
Provides up-to-date information about the basics of U.S. copyright law.
Copyright FAQs (U.S. Copyright Office)
Provides answers to the most common questions about copyright.
Fair Use Provisions (U.S. Copyright Office)
Fair use is a legal doctrine that promotes freedom of expression by permitting the unlicensed use of copyright-protected works in certain circumstances.

Copyright Guide