AJYNL.ELAR.2.G
Understand and apply copyright law, the fair use exemption, and the ownership of intellectual property.
Advanced Journalism: Yearbook I, II, III/Newspaper I, II, III/Literary Magazine (One-Half to One · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
Standard Unwrapping
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copyright lawfair use exemptionownershipintellectual property
Skills
- understand (copyright law) #dok1
- understand (fair use exemption) #dok1
- understand (ownership of intellectual property) #dok1
- apply (copyright law and fair use exemption to publication work) #dok2
- distinguish (between original and copyrighted content) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify copyright law and the fair use exemption. #dok1
- I can define ownership of intellectual property. #dok1
- I can apply copyright law and the fair use exemption when using others’ work. #dok2
- I can distinguish between original, public domain, and copyrighted material. #dok2
- I can determine whether a use qualifies as fair use in a publication scenario. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Understanding and respecting copyright law and intellectual property ensures journalistic integrity.
- Applying fair use and ownership principles protects both creators and publication teams from legal and ethical violations.
Essential Questions
- What is copyright law and why is it important in journalism and student publications?
- How does the fair use exemption impact what material can be included in a publication?
- What does it mean to own intellectual property, and how does this affect student publication work?
- How can I determine if my use of someone else’s work is legal and ethical?
- What are the potential consequences for failing to follow copyright laws or fair use guidelines in student publications?