What are copyright laws? Copyright laws are the legal rights created by the law of a country that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights for its use and distribution. Copyright laws affect teachers because it put limits and restriction on the technology and information they are allowed to use in their classrooms. With limitations set in place it stops the teachers from gaining the information to teach their students properly. When teachers or students use any information that is not of their own they must always remember to cite that source according to the copyright laws. It is imperative for teachers to be aware of copyright laws that protect the authors’ original works. Teachers also need to educate their students about the possibilities and consequences of plagiarism. There are many articles and informational sites around to give further information about plagiarism. Copyright laws affect what printed material, music, images and computer software teachers can use in their classroom. It is important for teachers to be cautious and certain that the learning materials or sources they are using in their classrooms do not go against copyright laws.
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