This course is part of the Intellectual Property Law Specialization

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Intellectual Property Law SpecializationUniversity of Pennsylvania

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Copyright law is unique in the greater intellectual property regime, as it protects original expression that is fixed in a tangible medium and is the product of authorship.  This course is designed for creative professionals — such as screenwriters, musicians, documentary filmmakers or artists — who want to understand the scope and limits of which works can enjoy U.S. copyright protection. The course will introduce students to the workings of copyright law through an examination of the system’s basic principles, rules, and institutions. Topics will include; the justifications for copyright law, copyrightable subject matter, authorship, the nature and scope of copyright’s exclusive rights, fair use, and remedies for infringement. 
We will also explore real-world examples of legal battles surrounding copyright law, from the recent litigation over Robin Thicke’s hit song “Blurred Lines” to more peculiar cases such as the infamous “monkey selfie” case. By understanding what copyright does and does not protect, producers of creative expression will be able to protect and maximize the commercial value of their works.

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What you will learn

Identify the basic elements of copyright
Describe what copyright does and does not protect
Explain the limits of copyright protection
Analyze fair use and other complex doctrines that extend from copyright law

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Copyright
Copyright Protection
Fair Use

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Shyam Balganesh

Sol Goldman Professor of Law

Columbia Law School

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

What is Copyright?

3 hours to complete

10 videos (Total 60 min), 2 readings, 4 quizzes

10 videos

Introduction1mWhat Copyright is NOT (Copyright Basics)7mWhat Copyright Is1mWhat is Expression?7mDifferentiating Expression from Ideas8mThe Merger Doctrine5mExpression Does Not Extend to Facts6mOriginality7mCreative Spark8mAuthorship6m

2 readings

Pre-Course Survey (Optional)10mWhat You Don't Know About Copyright25m

4 practice exercises

What Copyright is Not30mQuiz on Expression30mExpression vs. Ideas2mModule 1 Quiz20m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Copyright's Basic Rights

3 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 47 min), 2 readings, 3 quizzes

8 videos

Copyright's Basic Structure5mThe Reproduction Right4mThe Reproduction Right: Actual Copying9mThe Reproduction Right: Substantial Similarity6mSoftware Reproduction Right7mThe Distribution Right5mDistribution on the Internet3mFirst Sale Doctrine4m

2 readings

Harney vs. Sony and A&E25mCan You "Import" Expensive Textbooks?30m

3 practice exercises

Reproduction Right30mDistribution Right30mModule 2 Quiz20m

Week3

Week 3

3 hours to complete

Copyright's Advanced Rights

3 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 41 min), 2 readings, 3 quizzes

Week4

Week 4

3 hours to complete

Limitations and Exceptions to Copyright

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 35 min), 3 readings, 3 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM COPYRIGHT LAW

by PDJun 20, 2020

Lots of insights. Professor laid out the materials clearly and effectively.

by WJApr 9, 2020

It’s an excellent course that has a lot of knowledge to impact on students

by SLApr 25, 2020

Extremely informative, interesting and very well taught!

by ISJan 10, 2021

Great course and amazing teacher! Very clear and interesting content. Totally recommend!

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About the Intellectual Property Law Specialization

Intellectual property is the currency of the tech world. The pharmaceutical patent for Lipitor generated over $100 billion in revenue, the copyright for the Harry Potter franchise has generated over $25 billion to date, and the trademarked brands of the world’s largest tech companies now eclipse $100 billion in value. But what makes these intangible assets so valuable?

Through the courses in this specialization, you will learn the differences between the various forms of U.S. intellectual property rights, including patents, copyrights, and trademarks, and their various applications to human innovations. Drawing from that knowledge, you will then work to develop a trademark strategy for a company, analyze a patent document, and address a copyright cease-and-desist request. After completing these hands-on projects, you will have the necessary framework to craft integrated intellectual property strategies tailored to an organization’s core business goals.

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