DISCLAIMER
Information provided on this site is intended as guidance only and is not to be considered legal advice. Library staff and members of the IP Committee cannot give legal advice. Please consult a lawyer if you require legal advice.
The Copyright Act of 1976 laid the foundation for modern-day copyright law.
According to the Copyright Clearance Center, "...copyright law exists to foster creativity and spur the distribution of new and original works. The law grants copyright holders, such as publishers, writers and other types of creators, the exclusive right to reproduce, perform, distribute, translate and publicly display their original works. Simply stated, this means that unless your situation meets one of the exceptions outlined in the Copyright Act, you must get explicit permission from the copyright holder before you can lawfully reuse, reproduce or redistribute a copyright-protected work – even within the walls of your institution" (The Campus Guide to Copyright Compliance).
At William James College, we respect the rights of creators and aim to educate our community about the law. Creators rely upon copyright law to ensure that their works are not copied or modified without permission and/or payment. This protection fosters creativity and promotes publishing.
Advances in technology make sharing easier than ever before. It is important in this digital age to keep the best interests of the creators of content in mind. Just because you can post something on the internet does not mean you should. To help you navigate the confusing world of copyright, please read the William James College Library Copyright Compliance and Course Reserves Policy and peruse this copyright guide. If you have any questions or concerns – as creator or consumer – please do not hesitate to contact the library.
Nearly all written and visual works are copyrighted, including everything you create. But beware, you might not own the copyright for all works you create!
Some examples of works you create, but might not own the copyright for include:
It is important to know your rights as a creator. If you have any questions about IP or copyright, please contact julia_clement@williamjames.edu
At William James College, we respect the rights of creators and aim to educate our community about the law. Creators rely upon copyright law to ensure that their works are not copied or modified without permission and/or payment. This protection fosters creativity and promotes publishing.
Advances in technology make sharing easier than ever before. It is important in this digital age to keep the best interests of the creators of content in mind. Just because you can post something on the internet does not mean you should. To help you navigate the confusing world of copyright, please read the William James College Library Copyright Compliance and Course Reserves Policy and peruse this copyright guide. If you have any questions or concerns – as creator or consumer – please do not hesitate to contact the library.
