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Frequently Asked Questions: Journal Article
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16. Are there special rules for scanning copyrighted materials?
19. May I scan a print journal article or a book chapter into a PDF and post the file on a learning management system such as LEARN?
20. May I upload a PDF of a journal article I obtained through the Library’s e-journals to a learning management system such as LEARN for my students to read?
21. May I post copies of copyright-protected works to a learning management system such as LEARN or email copies to students enrolled in my courses?
30. I’ve come across a recent journal article that I want to give out to my students. May I photocopy it and hand it out to them?
37. Is Course Reserves permitted to link to full-text resources that the Library has already paid for, such as e-journals and e-books?
38. Is Course Reserves permitted to scan articles or chapters and put them on electronic reserve for students in my course?
42. What are licences for electronic resources?
43. Do I need to obtain permission to use copyright material in my course packs?
45. If I have permission to put something on one of Waterloo's learning management systems (such as LEARN), does this mean I may also include it in my courseware?
47. Am I permitted to make photocopies of copyright-protected materials at a W Print outlet?