About Copyright

What is Fair Use?

Fair Use allows copyrighted material to be used for educational purposes under certain conditions. Fair Use covers many school uses of copyright material, but it does not cover everything.

Fair use can be tricky! If you aren’t sure if something you are using qualifies as Fair Use, please talk to Mrs. Black for guidance.


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COMMON USES OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS IN SCHOOL

FAIR USE:

  • Copying one article from a magazine or book for students to use

  • Copying any work that is currently in the public domain

  • Showing a movie clip as part of a curriculum-related lesson

  • Reading a short story aloud to your class

  • Using public domain images or images you purchased and have permission to post on your blog or website.


NOT FAIR USE:

  • Copying an entire magazine or book for students to use (this includes textbooks)

  • Posting work that is not currently in the public domain on a website

  • Showing a movie for entertainment purposes, such as a class reward or club activity (license is required)

  • Reading a short story aloud and posting your reading to YouTube or other online audio or video sharing site

  • Using most images found through online searches on a web page, blog, or any other online site. Check to make sure it is in the public domain.