Respecting Rights: Understanding Copyright Laws

Respecting Rights: Understanding Copyright Laws

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand copyright laws and the acceptable use of copyrighted material.

What do you already know about copyright laws and the use of copyrighted material?

What is Copyright?

Copyright is a legal right that protects original works of authorship, such as books, music, and artwork.

Copyright Laws

Copyright laws provide the creator of an original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution.

Fair Use

Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, and research.

Public Domain

Works in the public domain are not restricted by copyright and can be freely used by the public.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work and presenting it as your own without proper acknowledgment.

Case Studies

Examine real-life examples of copyright infringement and fair use to understand the application of copyright laws in different situations.

Reflection and Discussion

Reflect on the importance of respecting copyright laws and discuss how to ethically use copyrighted material.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.