This chapter explores the evolving landscape of copyright education within academia, shifting from a fear-based approach to a more informed and constructive dialogue. It emphasizes the importance of understanding fair use and the nuances of copyright law, aiming to dispel common misconceptions among educators. Additionally, it highlights innovative projects and methodologies that encourage remixing and sharing of educational materials while navigating the challenges posed by current digital practices.
Thomas Tobin shares about copyright for the rest of us on episode 411 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast.
Quotes from the episode
Just because you are an academic and you made a copy doesn’t mean it is for an academic purpose.
-Thomas Tobin
We hear more about what you can’t do, rather than what you can [when making copies of materials].
-Thomas Tobin
[As a layperson, I can tell you that] the law is the last resort. The law only applies when there is no other permission or license in place.
-Thomas Tobin