1.4 Exceptions and limitations to copyright

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The limitations and exceptions built into copyright, including ‘fair use’ and ‘fair dealing’ in some parts of the world, were designed to ensure that the rights of the public were not unduly restricted by copyright.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this section of the course, you will be able to:

  • understand what limitations and exceptions to copyright are, and why they exist
  • name a few common exceptions and limitations to copyright
  • understand what limitations and exceptions are included in the new Myanmar Copyright Act and what this means for higher education.

Final remarks

Introductions