Web Sites about U.S. Copyright Law
Copyright and Fair Use (Stanford University Libraries)
At first glance, this site appears to be no more than a summary of copyright law. By clicking on the red toolbar buttons at the bottom of the page, however, a user can access an extensive list of additional articles on specific copyright related topics. This site is best used as a resource for FSEHD students who want more than the basics or need more information on specific issues.
Copyright and Image Management (University of Texas System)
A basic description of copyright and issues surrounding copyright. It includes an explanation of why copyright exists and what fair use is about.
Technology, Education, Copyright and Harmonization (TEACH) Act
The TEACH Act expands the scope of educators' rights to perform and display works and to make the copies necessary for such performances and displays within digital distance education, making the rights closer to those faculty have traditionally enjoyed in face-to-face teaching. But there is still a considerable gap between what the statute authorizes for face-to-face teaching and for distance education. This site provides links to background data and discussion of TEACH and its copyright implications for educators.
[paraphrased from Georgia Harper's page Copyright Crash Course: the TEACH Act finally becomes law]
Library of Congress Copyright Basics
Starts with a short overview of what copyright is and provides specifics on what types of materials may be copyrighted, who can claim a copyright, and how to go about registering a copyright. For the purposes of the FSEHD Technology Competency Requirement, it is recommended that you read "What Is Copyright?" and then select any other sections that may be of interest to you.