Welcome to the UC Copyright Education Web Site

Copyright and the "fair use" doctrine are of special concern in education and research. Every day educators and scholars deal with the creation and communication of ideas and information embodied in copyrighted works. As both creators and users of copyrighted and public domain materials, it is vital that the University of California faculty, students, and staff understand and responsibly exercise the rights accorded them under the copyright law, particularly now in light of new technologies and laws that challenge long-standing educational and library exemptions and interpretations.

This web site was created in response to those needs; it is devoted to educating the larger UC academic community about copyright. It is a direct outgrowth of the University Standing Committee on Copyright's continuing commitment to improve the quality and delivery of copyright information, education, and support services available to the UC community.

This site serves as an educational resource for the UC community. The site assembles a wide range of materials related to the use of copyrighted and public domain materials by individuals and educational institutions. The information on this site is intended as a guide to copyright in the academic setting and should not be construed as legal advice.