What is Copyright?
The following resources provide descriptions of the basics of the Copyright Act of 1976 (as amended), which is codified in Title 17 of the U.S. Code.
Definition for studentsScreen shot from Copyright Kids home page.
This information can be found on Copyright Kids, a website designed by The Copyright Society of the U.S.A. Its descriptions are thorough and understandable. The website also contains other materials that can be very helpful when teaching students about copyright.
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Definition for teachershttp://commons.wikimedia.org/
Despite its dense text, Education World's Copyright Series clearly explains what copyright is and provides useful guidance to educators. The copyright symbol on the left is not subject to copyright and was found using the Advanced Search option in Google Images.
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YouTube's take on copyrightCreated by YouTube for kids and adults alike, this video uses cartoon characters to illustrate the basics of copyright law. There is also an online quiz that can be used with the video.
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Copyright in SchoolsThis article provides a clear explanation of copyright law applies in a school setting and provides helpful tips for avoiding problems.
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U.S. Copyright Office
All you want to know and more.
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