Copyright affects schools? YES!

Can I copy that whole book?


Can I scan the entire article? 


How about a class set?


What about copying an image from the internet and using it in homework or a presentation without citing it?

Teachers, staff and students ask (and don’t ask) these questions often, and there are good answers. Copyright law, while flexible with educational institutions, does still have guidelines. A general rule for fair use is take care with what you deem fair.

But how and where is the line drawn?

Retrieved from http://www.copyrightandschools.org/

We want to share an excellent website we have found where students, staff or teachers can access fair use and copyright information quickly and concisely. We encourage one and all to check it out.

Please contact a librarian if you need additional assistance!