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Complete Copyright
Contributor(s): Russell, Carrie (Author)

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 ISBN: 0838935435     ISBN-13: 9780838935439
Publisher: American Library Association
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Binding Type: Spiral
Published: January 2004
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Annotation: This guide will help you to:
- Address complex copyright issues through the use of real-life library scenarios
- Understand when permission is necessary when using copyrighted licenses
- Keep up-to-date with recent copyright legislation including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and the Technology, Education and Copyright Harmonization Act (TECH)
- Recognize the benefits and the pitfalls of the new digital copyright law
- Develop copyright presentations and workshops
- Discuss copyright law and fair use with legislators, administrators, library boards, and other decision makers
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Law | Intellectual Property - Copyright
Dewey: 346.730
LCCN: 2004007681
Physical Information: 0.68" H x 10.22" W x 7.9" L (1.99 lbs) 180 pages
Features: Glossary, Ikids, Index
Review Citations: School Library Journal 12/01/2004 pg. 179
Booklist 04/01/2005 pg. 1407
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2006 pg. 291
Library Journal 07/01/2006 pg. 11
 
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Publisher Description:
Librarians face a myriad of copyright dilemmas every day and as copyright law evolves and new interpretations emerge, libraries play a key role in representing the public in the copyright debate. But how do new copyright laws affect traditional services and new virtual reference user services? What must librarians do to ensure that staff and patrons fully exercise copyright exemptions, like fair use? Offering a wealth of information on library copyright concerns in a vibrant, highly accessible format, Complete Copyright is a must-have resource for your library. ALA copyright expert Russell provides clear, user-friendly guidance for both common copyright issues and latest trends, including the intricacies of copyright in the digital world. Through real-life examples, she also illustrates how librarians can be advocates for a fair and balanced copyright law. This guide will help you to: Address complex copyright issues through the use of real-life library scenarios; Understand when permission is necessary when using copyrighted licenses; Keep up-to-date with recent copyright legislation including the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and the Technology, Education and Copyright
 
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