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Streaming Video Services (Regionals): Copyright Information

Policies, forms, resources, FAQ, and legal information about accessing streaming video content through the Regional Campus Libraries

Information About Copyright

Fair Use

Fair use is a legal doctrine that promotes freedom of expression by permitting the unlicensed use of copyright-protected works in certain circumstances.

Columbia University Libraries Fair Use Page
Created by librarians at Columbia University, this page describes fair use and lists the four factors which must be considered to determine whether a use is fair.
Fair Use Evaluator
This tool will help you learn more about fair use and evaluate individual cases to determine "fairness" of a use under the I.S. Copyright Code.

The TEACH Act

The TEACH Act specifically addresses U.S. copyright law as applied to distance education.

TEACH Act Guide from the American Library Association
This guide includes several links to additional information about the TEACH Act including an FAQ and information about copyright and distance education.
TEACH Act Checklist
This checklist helps you determine "fairness" of a use under the TEACH Act.

The Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act (MTIA)

This act provides for amendments to the Copyright Act that relate to accessibility for people with disabilities.

Understanding the Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act (MTIA)
MTIA addresses how copyright law is amended when copies or changes need to be made to an original item in order to make it accessible to people with disabilities. This document gives information about MTIA in a Q & A format.

Copyright Law

Fair Use
Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976.
TEACH Act as law
The TEACH Act was codified as Title 17 Section 110(2).
Marrakesh Treaty Implementation Act
Specific amendments to copyright law regarding accommodations for people with disabilities

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