Bylines & Bytes - Copyright: Borrowing without Breaking the Rules
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This session will serve as a foundational guideline for media ethics and copyright considerations within Bryn Mawr’s communications. Participants will gain practical guidance for creating, sharing, and adapting content responsibly across Bryn Mawr’s websites, social media, events, and various multimedia platforms.
This session will cover:
Copyright Laws and Legality
Learn what copyright protects and how it impacts the creation and sharing of content across Bryn Mawr’s websites, social media, events, and multimedia platforms.
Using and Referencing External Content
When and how it’s appropriate to link to or reference content from other colleges, organizations, or creators.
Fair Use Overview
Understanding what fair use is and when it may or may not apply in an educational context.
Understanding Commercial and Non-Commercial Use
Understanding the difference between commercial and non-commercial use and how it applies to content created, shared, and promoted through Bryn Mawr communications and multimedia platforms.
Using AI Responsibly
A brief overview of emerging copyright considerations related to the usage of AI-generated content.
Content Use & Permissions Resources
A brief guide to campus and external resources for finding content that can be legally used, shared, or adapted.
This Session's Featured Guests
Bryn Mawr College welcomes the full participation of all individuals in all aspects of campus life. Should you wish to request a disability-related accommodation for this event, please contact the event sponsor/coordinator. Requests should be made as early as possible.