Date of recording update: 13 March 2024
Presenter: Eugen Stoica
This Copyright and Social Media session is well-suited for those who require a basic understanding of copyright law and licensing when using works from social media (or from the internet, in general) no matter if they are content creators or just students or researchers. It will cover topics such as fair dealing, copyright infringement, Creative Commons and how to obtain permission to use copyrighted materials.
Here are some of the key points that could be covered in the session:
• What is copyright?
• What are the different types of copyright?
• What are the fair dealing exceptions to copyright infringement?
• How to obtain permission to use copyrighted material
• How to avoid copyright infringement on social media
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:
• Understand the basic principles of copyright law in the UK
• Identify different types of copyright material
• Understand the rights of copyright holders
• Identify the exceptions to copyright
• Understand the risks of infringing copyright
• Apply the principles of copyright law to social media