Content: Copyright Law and Remote Supply
Type: Webinar
Length: 1 Hour 30 Min
Level: Library and Archive Professionals
Organisers: ALCC
Presenters: Jessica Coates
Format: A one hour and 30 minutes webinar
Reflection
Objectives: The objectives of this webinar, organised by the Australian Libraries Copyright Committee, is to inform the viewers of various issues surrounding copyright, such as what copyright is, how to obtain permission for using items, and when it is okay, not to break copyright, but actually use the copyright laws to legally copy materials. The webinar also included issues about Remote Supply, with a particular focus on both remote supply and copyright during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reasons for attending: I watched this webinar as I have an interest in copyright information, and I want to know how I can get materials to the students at my workplace in a safe and legal way.
Relation to studies and learning outcomes: This webinar covered topics of copyright and remote supply, both of which I studied during my diploma, and covered much of the content from those subjects, albeit in a more in depth matter. The webinar also included resources for websites that help provide copies for people based on need, for example for certain disabilities. The speaker also spoke about issues pertaining to remote supply, for example if a library needs to lock files they send digitally. The answer to which was no, as the library may not be aware of any copyright agreements the user may have; it is important to inform them of copyright, however.
Future Uses: The resources provided for finding copies of items for people with certain disabilities are going to be useful in school and public library settings primarily, being able to cater to patrons that are not able to read a standard book for whatever reason. The general information about copyright is also helpful to my future endeavours as it succinctly cleared up differences between copyright and license agreements in terms of which to follow and use for items.
Evidence: Screenshot during webinar
Screenshot during webinar
Link: https://alacc.org.au/copyright-and-remote-supply-webinar-video/