Copyright Rights by Lucero Martinez

Infringement Plaigerism Public Domains Orphan Works Fair Use Teach Act Get Permission

Infringement The unauthorized use of an owner's work without permission and\or using it as your own work. Penalties of Infringement: - Up to 5 years in jail - Fine up to $250,000

Plagiarism "Copying," or "borrowing" someone else's work and using it as your own is considered plagiarism. Avoid plagiarism by quoting and citing your research and never "copy." For more information about plagiarism click here.here

Public Domains Creative work not copyrighted which can be used freely. Examples: - Expired works -Forfeited works -Ideas and Facts -Works before

Orphan Works Copyrighted work where the creator cannot be located or contacted. Reasons may include: - Death - Gone out of business - Unknown Ownership

Fair Use It may be used for: - Criticism - Research - Teaching - News Reports - Library archiving Permission to use copyrighted works on a limited basis.

Teach Act Provides educators with the rights to use copyrighted works in the classroom setting without having to ask for permission or be liable of infringement.

Get Permission! Stay clear from plagiarism and copyright infringement by simply getting permission. Whether it's someone you know or don't know, always get permission by either , or by mail

Copyright Basics For more information on Copyright click on the video below.

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