A new e-learning module from the JISC-led Strategic Content Alliance has been created to support those dealing with intellectual property rights (IPR) in HE as well public bodies like libraries and museums.

The module has been divided into 6 learning objects divided into key themes:

1. Introduction to IPR and Licensing
2. Creative Commons Licences
3. Orphan Works and Risk Management
4. Digital Economy Act
5. Accessing and Using Third Party Content
6. Protecting and Managing Rights

The module has been developed for the Strategic Content Alliance by IPR consultants Naomi Korn and Emma Beer, and  by Robert Stillwell and Dr Neil Witt in the  TEL department for Technology Enhanced Learning at Plymouth University.

The module can be accessed at: www.web2rights.com/SCAIPRModule/

For further information, see the JISC news release at:
www.jisc.ac.uk/news/stories/2011/04/IPRmodule.aspx