Charge students more than actual cost of the authorized copies. In regard to the use of music for school events. By paying a yearly fee dependent upon the size of the corporation, school groups may legally perform copyrighted works. The Copyright Revision Act of 1976 clearly protects audiovisual works such as films and videotapes. The rights of copyright include the rights of reproduction, adaptation, distribution, public performance, and display.
Libraries purchase a wide range of educational videotapes for In-library and classroom use.
If a particular use would be an infringement, permission can always be sought from the copyright owner. The videotape is used in connection with teaching activities and not for entertainment purposes. The entire audience Is involved in the teaching activity. The performance takes place in a classroom or similar place devoted to instruction such as a school library, gym, auditorium or workshop. Video recorders or players may be loaned without fear of liability, Notices are posted on video recorders or players to educate and warn patrons and staff members about the existence of the copyright laws.