Certificate in Licensing Digital Content
The Fall 2026 Cohort is Now Open for pre-registration. Until the end of May, we are offering a 20% off early-bird discount on all Certificate Programs. Simply email us to receive your unique, single-use code before registering for the course. Classes will begin on September 1st! We will be capping registration for this course at […]
Obtaining Permission: The Copyright Permissions Request Online Course
Our online course Obtaining Permission: The Copyright Permissions Request is a comprehensive overview of the permissons request process and best practices.
Licensing Policy Sample: Should Your Library Have a Written Licensing Policy?
A licensing policy is a helpful document for a library or organization that licenses electronic resources or e-resources. This article is written by Lesley Ellen Harris, author of Licensing Digital Content, 3rd edition. Copyright and Intellectual Property Policies are more common than licensing policies for e-resources. However, a written licensing policy is useful for any organization […]
A Simple Guide to Licensing Electronic Resources: How To Address Your Licensing Issues With Confidence
Do your digital license agreements and licensing myths lead to frustrations? Our Simple Guide to Licensing Electronic Resources can help.
Creative Commons Licenses: How to Choose the Best CC License
Creative Commons licenses allow copyright owners to license their works under terms and conditions they choose. Learn how to choose the best CC license.
Licensing Digital Content Book
Licensing Digital Content is a practical guide for librarians and others who license digital content such as databases, periodicals and journals. It and our in-depth online course Licensing Digital Content are complementary resources for anyone seeking to learn more about licensing e-resources in their library or organization. Both the book and the course (which leads to […]
Copyright and Licensing Books by Lesley Ellen Harris
Copyrightlaws.com Founder and CEO Lesley Ellen Harris has published 10 copyright and licensing books (including editions) on Canadian copyright, digital copyright, licensing digital content and more. Providing an informed, unbiased and global perspective on the topic of copyright, Lesley Ellen Harris is one of today’s foremost copyright messengers. Featured Books and Where To Purchase Canadian […]
Legally Using Images in Libraries: Copyright Rules
In this article, we address two perspectives on legally using images (from a copyright perspective) in libraries: Use of images by library staff and patrons Understanding how copyright pertains to images, educating staff and patrons about this, and creating a copyright culture in your library Are You Legally Using Images in Your Library? You should […]
Build-Your-Own Copyright Education Packages
You don’t need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to copyright awareness and education in your library, school, business or other organization. Copyrightlaws.com’s build-your-own education packages are an easy way to privately meet your organization’s copyright education needs. Copyrightlaws.com designs professional copyright training for organizations who need specific information. Contact us to discuss how we […]
Obtaining Copyright Permission to Use Digital and Online Content
Obtaining copyright permission to use digital and online content can be both straightforward and complex. Developing best practices for legally using third-party content helps you stay copyright compliant and lowers your risk of copyright infringement. (Our Copyright Leadership Certificate program also helps you achieve these same purposes.) Below, we set out our copyright tips and […]