This document summarizes key issues regarding using copyrighted materials from the internet and outlines steps to determine if fair use applies. It discusses determining if a work is protected by copyright and checking if rights have already been licensed. If fair use does not apply, permission must be obtained from the copyright holder. The document also reviews special rights that libraries have to make copies and exceptions for face-to-face teaching and distance education under the TEACH Act. Resources for determining fair use and obtaining permissions are provided.

1. Building on Others Creative Expression Adriana G. Hernandez, Librarian Copyright Crash Course http:// copyright.lib.utexas.edu /

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