Use of Copyrighted Materials in Teaching

Faculty members are reminded that copyright protection extends to literary works, musical works (including any accompanying words), pantomimes, choreography works, pictorial, graphic and sculptural works, architectural works, motion pictures and other audiovisual works, and sound recordings. Specific do’s and don’ts regarding classroom use of copyrighted materials are detailed in a document prepared by the library staff entitled, Guide to the New Copyright Law, effective January 1, 1978. This document should be on file in each department office and copies are available in the administrative offices of the library. The Office of the University Attorney, (515-A Reese, 704-687-2553) will provide advice on specific copyright questions. That office can also provide samples of copyright permission requests and formal applications to the U.S. Copyright Office for copyright registration. Additional information about copyright law and fair use in the educational setting is available online at www.uncc.edu/unccatty/copylaw.html.