UPenn - Copyright Law
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Copyright Law at Coursera Overview
Duration | 13 hours |
Start from | Start Now |
Total fee | Free |
Mode of learning | Online |
Official Website | Explore Free Course  |
Credential | Certificate |
Copyright Law at Coursera Highlights
- This Course Plus the Full Specialization.
- Shareable Certificates.
- Graded Programming Assignments.
Copyright Law at Coursera Course details
- Copyright law is unique in the greater intellectual property regime, as it protects original expression that is fixed in a tangible medium and is the product of authorship. This course is designed for creative professionals ? such as screenwriters, musicians, documentary filmmakers or artists ? who want to understand the scope and limits of which works can enjoy U.S. copyright protection. The course will introduce students to the workings of copyright law through an examination of the system?s basic principles, rules, and institutions. Topics will include; the justifications for copyright law, copyrightable subject matter, authorship, the nature and scope of copyright?s exclusive rights, fair use, and remedies for infringement.
- We will also explore real-world examples of legal battles surrounding copyright law, from the recent litigation over Robin Thicke?s hit song ?Blurred Lines? to more peculiar cases such as the infamous ?monkey selfie? case. By understanding what copyright does and does not protect, producers of creative expression will be able to protect and maximize the commercial value of their works.
Copyright Law at Coursera Curriculum
What is Copyright?
Introduction
What Copyright is NOT (Copyright Basics)
What Copyright Is
What is Expression?
Differentiating Expression from Ideas
The Merger Doctrine
Expression Does Not Extend to Facts
Originality
Creative Spark
Authorship
Pre-Course Survey (Optional)
What You Don't Know About Copyright
What Copyright is Not
Quiz on Expression
Expression vs. Ideas
Module 1 Quiz
Copyright's Basic Rights
Copyright's Basic Structure
The Reproduction Right
The Reproduction Right: Actual Copying
The Reproduction Right: Substantial Similarity
Software Reproduction Right
The Distribution Right
Distribution on the Internet
First Sale Doctrine
Harney vs. Sony and A&E
Can You "Import" Expensive Textbooks?
Reproduction Right
Distribution Right
Module 2 Quiz
Copyright's Advanced Rights
The Adaptation Right
The Public Performance Right
The Aereo Case
The Public Display Right
Authorship
Moral Rights
Right of Integrity
Attribution Rights
Optional Reading: Aereo Case
Moral Rights - U.S. vs. Europe
The Adaptation Right
Authorship
Module 3 Quiz
Limitations and Exceptions to Copyright
Understanding Copyright Limits
The Basics of Fair Use
Ordinary Fair Use
Transformative Fair Use
Technological Fair Use
What is Fair Use?
Concluding Thoughts
Post-Course Survey (Optional)
Fair Use Basics
Ordinary Fair Use
Copyright Law at Coursera Admission Process
Important Dates
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