Purchase orders must be clear about the intended use of videos or software so that the correct licenses are provided. Rice does not condone a policy of reproducing instead of purchasing copyrighted works, but faculty members are encouraged to exercise good judgment in serving the best interests of students in an efficient and timely manner. It is the responsibility of the individual, faculty, staff or student, to determine whether or not a planned use falls under the Fair Use guidelines. The user should consult the guidelines provided in the separate report The Responsible Use of Copyrighted Works , available in Fondren Library and other departments on campus. Instruction for securing permission to reproduce, perform, display, or distribute copyrighted works when such use is beyond the limits of educational or fair use appears in the separate report The Responsible Use of Copyrighted Works , available in Fondren Library and other departments on campus.
Assistance is available in requesting permission.
Many commercial copiers will require such proof. Furthermore, use of such a facility does not negate student or employee responsibility under this policy. If a person uses a copyrighted work without permission of the rights holder, he or she is open to a charge of copyright infringement.