Proper and Legal Use of Online Materials

Copyright Law

• Any creative work, unless otherwise stated, is copyrighted
• Websites are automatically copyrighted
• Copyright gives the author exclusive rights to reproduction, modifications, distribution and public display
• When quoting or referencing, be sure to properly cite any copyrighted materials

Fair Use Conditions: Purpose of Use

• How is the work being used?
• Education is an acceptable purpose

Fair Use Conditions: Nature/Type of Work

• Is the work informational or creative?
• Factual material is acceptable

Fair Use Conditions: Amount Used

• How much of the work is being used?
• Targeted usage is acceptable

Fair Use Conditions: Market Effect

• Economic Impact: is the creator losing out on profits?
• Private, non-commercial usage is acceptable