The Evolution of Copyright Understanding

The podcast addresses how perceptions of copyright have shifted over time, particularly in higher education. In earlier years, many educators operated under the belief that they had broad freedoms to copy materials under the notion of fair use, often leading to permission being overlooked. The conversation highlights that the ease of making copies in past decades has changed significantly with increased digital access and scrutiny of copyright laws. This evolution necessitates a better understanding of copyright ownership and fair use, especially after the sudden shift to online learning due to the pandemic, which revealed the complexities of ownership regarding created materials.