Copyright Resources

The single most asked question at TWT events concerns copyright. Faculty and staff want to ensure compliance with copyright laws. There are myths about what "fair use" means that might cause someone to avoid a lawful use of copyrighted materials and others that might encourage an infringement. Below are several resources to help you understand more about copyright laws, fair use and compliance and infringement.

Copyright Guides

• Copyright Basics - University of Arizona Main Library guide

• TEACH Act Checklist from U of Texas Libraries

• United States Copyright Office - Basic guide

• Arizona Health Sciences Library (AHSL) Guide to Copyright Policy

Copyright Resources and Tools

• Creative Commons

  • Search with Creative Commons licensing filters

• Avoid copyright infringement when using images via Haiku Deck