Copyright and Permissions

You can make use of a work if:

• It is in the Public Domain
  • U.S. government work (not copyrightable)
  • Expired copyright (mostly pre-1923 pub)
• Thomas University has a license
  • Always link to a Library holding if possible.
  • If you want to make a copy, check whether the license allows copying (Ask the Library!)
• An exception applies (fair use, face-to-face)
• The terms Terms of Use allow your use (Website, Creative Commons)
• You have explicit Permission/License

If none of these apply, don’t use the work. If you would like help locating a work you can use that will meet your instructional needs, contact TU Library.

The exclusive rights of copyright holders are limited by a number of statutory exceptions. Particularly relevant to instruction are exceptions for:

• Fair Use - 17 U.S.C. §107
• Face-to-Face Teaching -17 U.S.C. §110(1)
• Distance Learning - 17 U.S.C. §110(2)