6.5 Property Rights in the Digital Era
What are copyright laws and how are they affected by the introduction of the digital revolution?
How does electronic ownership challenge traditional ownership models (or, why can't I sell my iTunes collection)?Traditional property rights are very complicated but usually very permanent. Unless a hurricane washes away your home or the government seizes your property by eminent domain you could be assured what belonged to you was legally yours and transferable to another by sale or gift. Digital property rights are very different and and the concept of ownership and content have entered a new era. We will be investigating the similarities and differences and considering what you really own when you buy digital.
Take me to Funky Town- How the famous song is still relevant.
Use the accompanying worksheet to track the important aspects of this lesson. Will be collected for credit.
First, lets become familiar with copyright laws and their original intent:
There are several famous copyright fights: Use for chart on paper.
What Happens When You Sample?: Answer questions in complete sentences
Copyright Criminals- It All Starts With Music
Use the "alphabox" on your paper to track the issues in this movie.
