Discovery Video | Copyright for Teachers @NationalLibraryofAustralia
Discovery Video | Copyright for Teachers  @NationalLibraryofAustralia
Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
"Can I use that in my classroom if it's copyright?" is one of the most common questions we get from teachers and educators.

In this Discovery Video, Jessica Coates from the Library's Rights Management team unravels the often tricky world of copyright and exceptions that cover educational and research use.

Contents:
00:00 - Opening
00:54 - Notice of legal advice
00:58 - Introduction
01:19 - Can my students use material from the Library's collection for their assignments?
02:03 - Can I use Library material in teaching resources and classroom presentations?
02:55 - What if we want to use material outside the educational environment?
04:43 - Can the Library send me material?
06:07 - How do I know if something is restricted?
07:30 - What if I need permission?
08:38 - Where should I start
10:32 - Conclusion

Copyright for Teachers Resources:
Use and Re-use of Library Material Discovery Video: youtu.be/lQjnOb1pIWo
Copyright Act 1968: https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2019C00042
Australian Copyright Council: https://www.copyright.org.au/
SmartCopying: https://smartcopying.edu.au/
Creative Commons: creativecommons.org


National Library of Australia Resources:
National Library of Australia Homepage: https://www.nla.gov.au/
Catalogue: https://catalogue.nla.gov.au/
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