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1. Introduction to IP
- What is Intellectual Property?
  - Definition: IP is all about ideas that you can own!
  - Types: Think Copyright, Trademarks, Patents, and Trade Secrets. It’s like owning the recipe for Grandma’s cookies!
- Importance of IP Protection
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2. Copyright Basics
- What is Copyright?
  - Definition: Your creative works, protected. Think of it as a security blanket for your ideas.
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- How to Obtain Copyright
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3. Fair Use Guidelines
- What is Fair Use?
  - Definition: Using other people’s stuff legally without getting in trouble. Yes, it’s a thing!
  - Key Factors: Purpose, nature, amount, and effect. Think of it as the Golden Rules of borrowing.
- Examples of Fair Use
  - Educational Use: Teachers are superheroes!
  - Commentary and Parody: Make fun, but make it legal!

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2. Fair Use in Local Educational Settings
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Commentary and Parody: Make Fun, but Make it Legal!

1. Parody Music: “Weird Al” Yankovic

Story: “Weird Al” Yankovic is known for his humorous parodies of popular songs, like “Eat It” (a parody of Michael Jackson’s “Beat It”). His works transform the original songs into something new and humorous, providing commentary on the originals.
Case Analysis: Parody is a recognized form of fair use that allows creators to use copyrighted works in a new, transformative way, often for humorous or critical purposes.
Legal Support:
- U.S. Law: Fair use under Title 17, Section 107 of the U.S. Code.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention provides guidelines for exceptions and limitations.
Keywords: Fair use, parody, transformative use, commentary, Berne Convention.

2. Satirical News: “The Daily Show”

Story: “The Daily Show” with Trevor Noah often uses clips from news broadcasts and political speeches to provide satirical commentary on current events. Fair use permits this as it adds new meaning and fosters public discourse.
Case Analysis: Fair use in criticism and commentary is recognized when the work provides new insights or perspectives, fostering public debate.
Legal Support:
- U.S. Law: Fair use under Title 17, Section 107 of the U.S. Code.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention includes provisions for criticism and commentary.
Keywords: Fair use, satire, commentary, public debate, Berne Convention.

3. Political Satire: Le Canard enchaîné

Story: Le Canard enchaîné, a French satirical newspaper, uses excerpts from political speeches and documents to critique and comment on public figures and policies. Fair use permits such use as it adds new meaning and fosters public discourse.
Case Analysis: In France, fair use for satire and parody is recognized when the work provides commentary or criticism, transforming the original work into something new and engaging.
Legal Support:
- French Law: Article L122-5 of the French Intellectual Property Code allows for exceptions such as parody, pastiche, and caricature.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention provides guidelines for exceptions and limitations.
Keywords: Fair use, satire, parody, commentary, Berne Convention, French Intellectual Property Code.

4. Comic Strips: “The Far Side”

Story: Gary Larson’s “The Far Side” comic strip often parodies societal norms and popular culture. Fair use allows Larson to create these humorous commentaries by transforming existing ideas into new and original content.
Case Analysis: Parody as a form of fair use is protected when it adds new expression or meaning, transforming the original work into something distinct and humorous.
Legal Support:
- U.S. Law: Fair use under Title 17, Section 107 of the U.S. Code.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention supports transformative works.
Keywords: Fair use, comic strips, parody, transformative use, Berne Convention.

5. Online Parody: Memes and Viral Videos

Story: Internet memes and viral videos often use snippets of popular media to create humorous content. Fair use allows for these transformative works as they provide commentary, criticism, or satire on the original media.
Case Analysis: Online parodies are protected under fair use when they transform the original content by adding new expression or meaning, often for humor or social commentary.
Legal Support:
- U.S. Law: Fair use under Title 17, Section 107 of the U.S. Code.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention provides guidelines for transformative use and parody.
Keywords: Fair use, online parody, memes, transformative use, Berne Convention.

6. Literary Parody: “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies”

Story: “Pride and Prejudice and Zombies” by Seth Grahame-Smith is a parody that combines Jane Austen’s classic novel with zombie fiction. Fair use allows this transformative work as it adds new meaning and a humorous twist to the original story.
Case Analysis: Literary parodies are protected under fair use when they transform the original work, adding new expression, meaning, or humor.
Legal Support:
- U.S. Law: Fair use under Title 17, Section 107 of the U.S. Code.
- International Agreement: Berne Convention supports transformative works.
Keywords: Fair use, literary parody, transformative use, humor, Berne Convention.