J.ELAR.1.B
Identify the foundations of press law, including copyright law, the fair use exemption, and the ownership of intellectual property.
Journalism · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
Standard Unwrapping
AI-generated as a starting point — sign in to edit.Vocabulary
foundationspress lawcopyright lawfair use exemptionownershipintellectual property
Skills
- identify (the foundations of press law) #dok1
- identify (copyright law) #dok1
- identify (the fair use exemption) #dok1
- identify (the ownership of intellectual property) #dok1
- explain (the importance of copyright, fair use, and intellectual property in journalism) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the basic foundations of press law in American journalism. #dok1
- I can identify what copyright law, fair use, and intellectual property ownership mean. #dok1
- I can list and describe foundational press laws such as copyright law and fair use. #dok1
- I can explain why copyright law, fair use, and ownership of intellectual property are important to journalists. #dok2
- I can interpret scenarios in journalism to determine if copyright, fair use, or intellectual property ownership apply. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Journalists must understand and follow laws governing intellectual property, copyright, and fair use.
- Respecting press law ensures journalistic integrity and protects journalists and their organizations from legal risks.
Essential Questions
- What are the main foundations of press law that affect journalists?
- How does copyright law protect both creators and journalists?
- What is the fair use exemption, and when does it apply in journalism?
- Why is the ownership of intellectual property important in journalistic work?
- How do the limitations and permissions of press law influence what journalists can publish?