Code 604.5
Use of Information Resources
Copyrighted materials, whether they are print or non-print, will not be duplicated unless such reproduction meets "fair use" standards or unless written permission from the copyright holder has been received. The Board does not sanction illegal duplication in any form. The four criteria for evaluating "fair use" are:
1. The purpose and character of the use, including whether such is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;
2. The nature of the copyrighted work;
3. The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and
4. The effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the work.
Details about "fair use" will be made available to all staff. At no time shall it be necessary for staff to violate copyright requirements in order to perform their duties. The school district is not responsible for copyright violations by ex-students. Violation of the copyright law by employees may result in discipline up to, and including, termination. Violation of the copyright law by students may result in discipline up to, and including, suspension and expulsion.
Date of Review: April 9, 2018
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Date of Adoption: April 9, 2018
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Legal References:
17 U.S.C. 107
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