Copyright Information Center

The Copyright Information Center provides education about copyright matters to faculty, staff, and students at Loyola University Maryland and Notre Dame of Maryland University through online help guides, individual consultations, and workshops.

This information is designed to explain U.S. Copyright laws and how they apply to basic copyright questions that arise in the course of academic work. The information should not be considered legal advice. For legal guidance please contact university counsel.

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Workshop Schedule

Copyright Myths and Legends

Wednesday, February 1, 12 pm - 1 pm, Online via Zoom

Do you use copyrighted materials in your courses and research but worry that you don’t really understand copyright law? Does all your copyright knowledge come from information passed onto you by others that may not be fully accurate or reflect what the law actually says? Copyright Myths and Legends will explore some of the common misunderstandings about copyright law and help you differentiate what the law actually says from the copyright tall tales that often prevail. You’ll also be regaled with tales of legendary copyright cases that have changed copyright law as we know it. Topics covered will be myths related to fair use, use of online materials, copyright registration, and copyright terms.

Copyright for Creators: Making and the Innovation Station

Thursday, February 9, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space

Are you a maker who uses tools in our Innovation Station like the 3D printer, laser cutter, or Cricut maker? This workshop is for you! You'll learn about how to protect the work you're creating with copyright as well as when it's okay to incorporate other people's works into your designs.

How to Find and Legally Use Images

Monday, February 20, 12 pm - 1 pm, Online via Zoom

Ever wonder if it's okay to use an image in your course materials, publication, or conference presentation? This workshop will help you identify when it's okay to use images without permission. It will also provide tips for locating images that can be freely used under Creative Commons licenses or the public domain.

Copyright for Creators: Copyright and Podcasting

Monday, February 27, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space

Are you a podcaster? This workshop is for you! Come learn about how copyright protects the podcasts you're creating and when it's okay to incorporate other people's works into your podcast.

Author's Rights and Publication Agreements: What to Know Before You Sign

Wednesday, March 15, 12 pm - 1 pm, Online via Zoom

Working on a publication? This workshop will help you understand your rights as an author under copyright law. It will provide information on common types of publication agreements and their terms and provide tips on negotiating your contract through hands on exercises.

Copyright for Creators: AI, NFTs, TikTok, and Copyright in the New Digital Age

Tuesday, March 28, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space

Curious about how our changing digital landscape relates to copyright? Come learn about how copyright affects things like artificial intelligence, NFTs, and social media.

Addressing the Textbook Affordability Problem Part 2: How to Adapt, Revise, and Publish Open Educational Resources

Thursday, April 13, 12 pm - 1 pm, Online via Zoom

Interested in adopting open educational resources for your classes? Learn about how to adapt and revise existing open educational resources or publish your own. This workshop will cover publishing platform options and how to interpret and apply open licenses on existing OER or to the OER you're creating.

Copyright for Creators: Copyright and Documentary Films

Wednesday, April 19, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Loyola Notre Dame Library IDEA Space

Do you make or are you interested in documentary films? This workshop is for you! Come learn about how copyright protects the films you are creating and when it's okay to incorporate other people's works into your films.

To request a workshop on a different date or topic or in-class instruction, contact Danielle Whren Johnson at dwhren@loyola.edu.

Tutorials

Want to learn more about copyright law? Take our self-paced copyright tutorial for teaching online.

Copyright Law

Information about the following aspects of copyright law and related matters is available on the Copyright Information Center Research Guide.

Copyright Policy

The library seeks to fulfill its mission of providing information services and resources while also complying with copyright law. The purpose of this copyright policy is to outline guidelines for common uses of copyrighted materials within the Loyola Notre Dame Library while carrying out its mission.

LNDL Copyright Policy

DMCA Agent

The Loyola Notre Dame Library complies with all provisions of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (1998). If you have a concern about use of copyrighted material on any Loyola Notre Dame Library site please contact the designated DMCA Agent:

Danielle Whren Johnson
Copyright and Special Projects Librarian
200 Winston Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21212
dwhren@loyola.edu
dwhren@ndm.edu
410-617-6872

The DMCA requires that notices of alleged copyright infringement be in writing and include the following information:

Identification of the copyrighted work or works claimed to have been infringed.
A description of the material that is claimed to be infringing, and information sufficient to permit the Loyola Notre Dame Library's agent to locate the material.
Contact information for you, including your address, telephone number, and/or email address
A statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, the owner's agent, or by the law.
A statement by you that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, you are authorized on behalf of the owner to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed.
A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or the person authorized to act on behalf of the rights owner.

For more information visit Copyright.gov.

This online workshop will cover the basics of copyright law, the public domain, using materials already licensed for use either through the library or Creative Commons, and seeking copyright permissions. It will also provide information on the fair use provision in copyright law and how it can be applied to using copyrighted materials in teaching and research. Participants will work through examples to help make them feel comfortable applying fair use. This workshop will be provided online using Zoom video conferencing software. A link to access the workshop will be sent to registered participants.

This online workshop will cover the basics of copyright law, the public domain, using materials already licensed for use either through the library or Creative Commons, and seeking copyright permissions. It will also provide information on the fair use provision in copyright law and how it can be applied to using copyrighted materials in teaching and research. Participants will work through examples to help make them feel comfortable applying fair use. This workshop will be provided online using Zoom video conferencing software. A link to access the workshop will be sent to registered participants.

This online workshop will cover the basics of copyright law, the public domain, using materials already licensed for use either through the library or Creative Commons, and seeking copyright permissions. It will also provide information on the fair use provision in copyright law and how it can be applied to using copyrighted materials in teaching and research. Participants will work through examples to help make them feel comfortable applying fair use. This workshop will be provided online using Zoom video conferencing software. A link to access the workshop will be sent to registered participants.

This workshop will cover the basics of copyright law, the public domain, using materials already licensed for use either through the library or Creative Commons, and seeking copyright permissions. It will also provide information on the fair use provision in copyright law and how it can be applied to using copyrighted materials in teaching and research. Participants will work through examples to help make them feel comfortable applying fair use.

This workshop will cover the basics of copyright law, the public domain, using materials already licensed for use either through the library or Creative Commons, and seeking copyright permissions. It will also provide information on the fair use provision in copyright law and how it can be applied to using copyrighted materials in teaching and research. Participants will work through examples to help make them feel comfortable applying fair use.