Copyright in action: Understanding fair use

Abstract

Fair use is an exception found in US copyright law that users, including information professionals, can consider utilizing when looking to make copies of copyrighted works. Codified in in Section 107 of US copyright law (Title 17, United States Code), it outlines specific factors to consider when trying to determine if the reuse of a work may be considered fair or infringing. In addition to examining the responsibilities (and rights) of libraries as they relate to these four factors, this session will also provide attendees with tools and other suggested resources to help them make these crucial determinations.