Copyright law is unique in the greater intellectual property regime, as it protects original expression that is fixed in a tangible medium and is the product of authorship. This course is designed for creative professionals — such as screenwriters, musicians, documentary filmmakers or artists — who want to understand the scope and limits of which works can enjoy U.S. copyright protection. The course will introduce students to the workings of copyright law through an examination of the system’s basic principles, rules, and institutions. Topics will include; the justifications for copyright law, copyrightable subject matter, authorship, the nature and scope of copyright’s exclusive rights, fair use, and remedies for infringement.
Copyright Law
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Copyright Law
This course is part of Intellectual Property Law Specialization
Instructor: Shyam Balganesh
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What you'll learn
Identify the basic elements of copyright
Describe what copyright does and does not protect
Explain the limits of copyright protection
Analyze fair use and other complex doctrines that extend from copyright law
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There are 4 modules in this course
We begin our examination of copyright law by exploring what works are eligible for copyright protection, and the basic requirements for attaining copyright protection.
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10 videos2 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
So you have a copyright - what does that mean? This module explores the important bundle of rights that accompany copyright protection.
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8 videos2 readings3 assignments
What can you do with your copyright? This module explores the advanced rights available to copyright holders.
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8 videos2 readings3 assignments
Under what circumstances do we limit the rights of copyright holders? This module examines the ever-important Fair Use Doctrine.
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5 videos3 readings2 assignments1 peer review
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