Faculty members wishing to place materials on the learning management system (LMS) must follow copyright law.
The faculty member's own material where s/he owns the copyright.
Notice is provided that materials may be protected by copyright.
Additional information about the TEACH Act is available in the Fair Use tab of this guide.
Can I show all or part of a copyrighted movie in my class?
Yes, you are allowed to show a movie in a face-to-face class as long as the use is educational and the copy used was lawfully made. There are no limits to the portion of the movie you may show.
If the movie is part of a virtual course you may make a "reasonable portion" of the movie available using streaming technology.
Can I display copyrighted images in class? Can they be used in PowerPoint Slides?
Yes, copyrighted images, charts, cartoons, etc., may be displayed in class. Reproductions of material will need to be considered using the factors for determining fair use. In most cases, displays of copyrighted material in the classroom will always constitute an educational or transformative use and will be considered fair.
Can I show student works?
Can I hand out journal articles or book chapters?
The distribution (as opposed to the display) of copyrighted material must be carefully considered under the Doctrine of Fair Use. Whenever possible, provide a link to the content rather than a hard copy. If linking is not possible, use the four-factor analysis and the resources on this page to determine if the use is fair.