classroom use of copyrighted materials

Public Domain Day 2026! And, How Teachers Can Use Copyrighted Works Guilt-Free Under the Fair Use Doctrine
Jan 18, 2026
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Although educators are often frightened by school district legal staff, the law provides teachers with pretty broad exceptions when it comes to using copyrighted material under fair use. When in doubt, use public domain materials or consult a lawyer!

Public Domain Day 2026! And, How Teachers Can Use Copyrighted Works Guilt-Free Under the Fair Use Doctrine