Can I Use This In Class?
The Association of Research Libraries has developed a Fair Use FAQ for Professors. This document can serve as an excellent starting point when considering materials for use within your course.
Determining copyright compliance generally involves consideration of a number of factors. It is important to become familiar with the most common processes for ensuring compliance with copyright restrictions. 
Details on each of these processes may be found under the corresponding tab in the chart. The questions provide guidance for determining where to begin.
The American Theological Librarian Association (ATLA) produces excellent training videos on copyright issues in the classroom. Use the hyperlink below to access and view.
“Advising Graduate Students on Copyright and Publishing: What to Expect and How to Respond.” 2019. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/advising-copyright/.
"All About Fair Use.” 2021. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/all-about-fair-use/.
“Copyright Basics.” 2021. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/copyright-basics-2021/.
“Copyright for Online Teaching.” 2019. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/copyright-for-online-teaching/.
“Special Topics in Copyright: Best Practices for Digitization Projects.” 2021. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/copyright-digitization-projects/.
“Special Topics in Copyright: Showing Movies on Campus and in the Classroom.” 2021. Atla. Accessed May 30, 2023. https://www.atla.com/webinar/special-topics-in-copyright-movies/.
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