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Outline Startup Templates What is copyright? What can/cannot be copyrighted? ACES copyright/publishing statements Copyright vs. Intellectual Property Fair Use Laws

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Copyright Basics Copyright – Federal protection extended to authors for “original” published or unpublished work (Title 17, U.S. Code) Includes: Literary, dramatic, musical, artistic and some intellectual works – pictorial, graphic, and sculptural works, movies, sound recordings and architectural works Gives the author the exclusive right to allow others to use his/her work

Copyright Basics Work made for hire – Employer is considered the author Work created within your job description or work specially ordered or commissioned: instructional text (curriculums/manuals), tests, supplementary work, translation, etc.

Copyright Basics Ø Copyright Protected: – Titles, names, short phrases, slogans, as well as symbols/designs, ideas, methods/procedures, etc. Includes common use/property items: Calendars, rulers, tables from public documents, and any choreographed works, improvisational speeches, or performances not written or recorded

Copyright Basics When is work protected? – Copyright is secured when it appears in a fixed copy or phonorecording for the first time. Fixed Copies: Objects you can read or see with the aid of a machine – books, films, sheet music, or manuscripts, etc.

Copyright Basics When is work protected? – Publication is no longer the “key” to obtaining copyright – However, publication is important to copyright owners. Publication is the distribution of copies or phonorecords of work for sale, transfer of ownership, rental, lease, or lending.

Copyright Basics Prior to 1978 – Publication was secured through publication – if not in compliance then work was considered “Public domain” Copyright duration: Works created on or after Jan 1, 1978, is protected from creation to the extent of author’s life PLUS 70 years after author’s death

Copyright Basics Copyright duration: Works for hire (works with anonymous/pseudonymous (unless author’s name is revealed in Copyright Office) – copyright will last 95 years from publication or 120 years from creation, whichever is shorter

Copyright Basics Copyright Registration: – Copyright registration is legal formality and needed for copyright infringement suits – if work is produced in the United States Complete the application, pay a non- refundable fee, and submit to U. S. Copyright Office – Library of Congress.

ACES Copyright Statements What appears on ACES “numbered” publications… ACES Copyright/Publication/Civil Rights Statements The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University), is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Everyone is welcome! New/Revised Month/Year, Pub # © 2015 by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. All rights reserved.

Civil Rights Statements Extended Version ACES Copyright/Publication/Civil Rights Statement Appropriate for use on the ACES official website, long documents, and printed and digital platforms that are recognized as having more available space. Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M University and Auburn University) is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. Educational programs serve all people regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, family/parental status, religion, sexual orientation, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.

Intellectual Property Intellectual property (IP) refers to “creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names and images used in commerce.” IP is protected by law and includes: patents, copyright and trademarks – enables people to earn recognition and/or money from what they invent or create (WIPO, n.d.) patentscopyrighttrademarks

Fair Use Laws Fair use allows use of copyrighted materials without obtaining permission from the author. Fair use is based on certain criteria. However, ACES policies/procedures require that staff obtain permission for use of printed or digital material, including photos.

References Purdue University-University Copyright Office. ( ). Copyright overview. Retrieved from United States Copyright Office. (2012, May). Copyright basics. Retrieved from World Intellectual Property Organization. (n.d.). What is intellectual property? Retrieved from

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