Within most libraries in the United States today there is an information professional who has become the 'go-to' person for grasping and grappling with copyright questions. While not an attorney, this librarian has developed an awareness and understanding of copyright law, legislation and practice as they relate to a wide variety of library activities.
This practical handbook provides a broad overview of copyright librarianship. It is written for information professionals whose area of expertise, specialization or job it is to inform and educate others about the ethical use and best practices surrounding copyrighted materials It is written about the person with solid analytical skills and the ability to adapt and adjust in a rapidly changing environment; someone who can serve as an intermediary between information producers and consumers; someone who is knowledgeable about the law and providing access to information; someone who is well positioned within an organization to answer questions about copyright and provide reliable, accurate, and relevant answers, information, assistance, and guidance when needed. In short: a copyright librarian.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Purpose of the book
Chapter 2: Who are the copyright librarians?
A Day in the Life (Canada, Europe, UK, US)
Chapter 3: Copyright in libraries
Copyright in action
Chapter 4: Copyright specialization
But I'm not a lawyer
Chapter 5: Copyright librarian jobs
Survey of job descriptions, range of duties and responsibilities
Chapter 6: Copyright education
Survey of LIS programs and courses
Chapter 7: DIY copyright education
Continuing education, professional development, current awareness
Chapter 8: Advanced copyright librarianship
Outreach, advocacy, leadership
Chapter 9: Conclusion
Intentional copyright librarianship
Appendix 1: Top Ten Things Every Copyright Librarian Should Know
