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Bound by Law: Tales from the Public Domain
A graphic novel on the subject of copyright from the folks at the Duke Center for the Study of the Public Domain
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CIPA: Key Issues for Decision Makers
CIPA policy expert Bob Bocher (WJ username: wis bob) and Mary Minow, library law consultant and attorney, offer a summary of CIPA issues to consider. Included: filter disabling, the issue of patrons' computers, and definitions of key legal terms.
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Copyright for Academic Libraries: Handout
Originally developed for the Rolling Prairie Library System by Dr. Rebecca Butler, this document includes a sample flow chart to determine copyright permission, sample permission letter and related URLs. Dr. Butler is the Associate Professor Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University and is the advisor for School Library Media Certification/Endorsement.
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Copyright for Academic Libraries: PowerPoint
PowerPoint developed by Dr. Rebecca Butler for the Rolling Prairie Library System presentation.
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Copyright for Public Libraries: Handout
Originally developed for the Rolling Prairie Library System by Dr. Rebecca Butler, this document includes a sample flow chart to determine copyright permission, sample permission letter and related URLs. Dr. Butler is the Associate Professor Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University and is the advisor for School Library Media Certification/Endorsement.
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Copyright for Public Libraries: PowerPoint
PowerPoint developed by Dr. Rebecca Butler for the Rolling Prairie Library System presentation
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Copyright for School Libraries: Handout
Originally developed for the Rolling Prairie Library System by Dr. Rebecca Butler, this document includes a sample flow chart to determine copyright permission, sample permission letter and related URLs. Dr. Butler is the Associate Professor Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University and is the advisor for School Library Media Certification/Endorsement.
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Copyright for School Libraries: PowerPoint
PowerPoint developed by Dr. Rebecca Butler for the Rolling Prairie Library System presentation
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Copyright for Special Libraries: Handout
Originally developed for the Rolling Prairie Library System by Dr. Rebecca Butler, this document includes a sample flow chart to determine copyright permission, sample permission letter and related URLs. Dr. Butler is the Associate Professor Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University and is the advisor for School Library Media Certification/Endorsement.
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DOPA and the Participaton Gap
Discussion of DOPA (Deleting Online Predators Act) and it's impact.
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King County Law Library Podcasts
KCLL produces podcasts to help their patrons become familiar with what a county law library can do to help.
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Library Law: ADA Amendments Act of 2008
Most libraries with 15 or more employees have general policies regarding the ADA, and, as a result, libraries probably do not need to make significant changes to library policies. It is important, however, to be aware of the changes in the law because they significantly impact how libraries and all other employers analyze whether an individual has a disability for purposes of the ADA and whether a reasonable accommodation should be provided to the individual. This update is intended to provide a summary of the Act and explanation of the changes in the law.
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Library Law: Child Online Protection Act Ruled Unconstitutional (Again)
After nearly 10 years of litigation, including three appeals to the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit (with jurisdiction in Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey) and two appeals to the US Supreme Court, and a trial on the merits, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals on July 22, 2008 ruled that the Child Online Protection Act (frequently referred to by its acronym: "COPA") suffers from a number of flaws that render it unconstitutional under the First Amendment
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Library Law: Constitutional and Unconstitutional Patron Appearance and Beha
As the weather outside has turned wet and cold, many public libraries have seen an increase in patrons who are simply seeking shelter from the elements. In light of this increased patronage, a review of patron appearance and behavior policies is in order.
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Library Law: Do You Really Know Who Your Bidder Is?
What factors are considered proper or improper for a library board to consider in determining whether or not the lowest bidder is the lowest responsible bidder?
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Websites and Internet Resources on USA PATRIOT Act
A list of external links
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