Wednesday, January 4, 2012

Copyright Law for Librarians and Educators: Creative Strategies & Practical Solutions 3rd ed.



Crews, Kenneth D. Copyright Law for Librarians and Educators: Creative Strategies & Practical Solutions 3rd ed. Chicago: ALA, 2012. 346.7304 Crews. ISBN 978-0-8389-1092-4
Copyright in the world of digital information is changing at a fevered pace, even as educators and librarians digitize, upload, download, draw on databases, and incorporate materials into Web-based instruction. It's essential to stay abreast of the basics of copyright law and fair use. Kenneth D. Crews has completely revised his classic text to remap the territory with fresh, timely insights into applications of copyright law for librarians, educators, and academics. Readers will
  • Learn basic copyright definitions and key exceptions for education and library services
  • Find information quickly with key points sidebars, legislative citations, and cross-references
  • Understand the four factors of fair use and related court interpretations
  • Get up to speed on current interpretations of the Digital Millennium Copyright