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Copyright for Educators & Librarians

Learn essential copyright law principles and applications for educational and library settings in this comprehensive introduction.

Learn essential copyright law principles and applications for educational and library settings in this comprehensive introduction.

This practical course provides educators and librarians with a foundational understanding of U.S. copyright law and its applications in educational settings. Students learn about copyright ownership, fair use, specific exceptions for teaching and libraries, and practical frameworks for analyzing copyright issues. The curriculum emphasizes empowering educators and librarians to understand their rights and responsibilities under copyright law.

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Copyright for Educators & Librarians

This course includes

13 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

What you'll learn

  • Understand basic copyright law principles

  • Analyze copyright ownership and rights

  • Apply educational exceptions appropriately

  • Implement library-specific provisions

  • Evaluate fair use scenarios

  • Navigate digital copyright issues

Skills you'll gain

Copyright Law
Educational Law
Fair Use
Intellectual Property
Library Science
Educational Technology
Legal Analysis
Creative Commons

This course includes:

4.6 Hours PreRecorded video

11 assignments

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course provides a thorough introduction to copyright law for educators and librarians through five comprehensive modules. Students explore copyright fundamentals, ownership rights, educational exceptions, library provisions, and fair use principles. The curriculum combines legal concepts with practical applications, using real-world examples from educational and library settings.

Welcome to Copyright Law

Module 1 · 31 Minutes to complete

A Framework for Thinking about Copyright

Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete

Owning Rights

Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete

Specific Exceptions for Teachers and Librarians

Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete

Understanding and Using Fair Use

Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete

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Instructors

Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith

1 Course

Conservation Biologist and Innovative Educator at Davidson College

Dr. Kevin Smith is the Chair and Herman Brown Professor of Biology at Davidson College, where he has been a faculty member since 2014. With a Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee, Smith brings extensive expertise in conservation biology, biodiversity, and data analysis to his role. His teaching portfolio includes general biology, conservation biology, and data analysis courses, with a strong emphasis on integrating quantitative skills and data science using tools like Excel and R programming. Smith is particularly noted for his commitment to evidence-based teaching methods and inclusive pedagogy, striving to ensure success for a diverse student body. His research focuses on analyzing biodiversity loss, understanding human interactions with ecosystems, and local forest habitat conservation. Smith has developed courses such as "Excel for Beginners" and "Data Analysis Basics with Excel and R," reflecting his belief in making quantitative and data science skills accessible to all students. Beyond the classroom, he contributes to public understanding of ecological issues through media engagements and continues to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific research and practical conservation challenges.

Lisa A. Macklin
Lisa A. Macklin

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149 Reviews

39,349 Students

2 Courses

Pioneer in Scholarly Communications at Emory University

Lisa A. Macklin joined Emory University in 2005 and became the first Director of the Scholarly Communications Office (formerly the Libraries Intellectual Property Rights Office) in 2007. In this capacity, she collaborates with faculty, students, and staff to navigate the application of copyright law in teaching, research, and publishing, as detailed on the Emory Scholarly Communications website. Her research interests encompass the transformations in scholarship and publishing, including emerging digital scholarship models and the Open Access movement.

Copyright for Educators & Librarians

This course includes

13 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

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