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The Case for Copyright Exceptions and Fair Use

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

It’s because our mission depends on a balanced intellectual property system that encourages innovation. After all, our IP system was set up precisely to balance the interests of society with those of creators. We are especially concerned that the IP system ensures that it’s both easy to serve disadvantaged communities and to innovate.

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Fair Use Victory Advances a Future of Accessibility for All

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

This is an immense victory for fair use as the basis of a balanced intellectual property system, and we, at Benetech, are delighted by it and by its tremendous positive implications for the public interest. The Court of Appeals explicitly included image accessibility in its ruling. copyright law). in addition to the text?only

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Technology Training Resources for Nonprofits

Tech Soup

Technology, especially, can be difficult to stay on top of with constantly updating operating systems and new versions of software. Head on over to TechSoup's Training and Education page to find donated products as well as articles and blog posts on online training. Basic Computer and Digital Literacy Skills.

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Resources to Sharpen Your Technology Training Skills

Tech Soup

With constantly updating operating systems, new versions of software, and more devices being used, it can sometimes be overwhelming to stay caught up — even for the most ambitious trainers! Effectively engage adult learners and utilize basic adult education methods. A Learning Management System for Nonprofits and Libraries.

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Teaching Online Safety: Building Curriculum

Tech Soup

The Northstar Digital Literacy Project has 33 questions, but only a few touch on safety and security. Common Sense Media offers online safety assessments for educators. Read about how the Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System developed its Internet Safety Education Program. Image: Shutterstock.

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Why Kansas City Has a Shot at Bridging the Digital Divide

Tech Soup

Pew reports that the groups least likely to want to use the Internet are senior citizens, disabled people, monolingual Spanish speakers, adults with less than a high school education, and those living in households earning less than $30,000 per year. The Kansas City Public Library System will also have a role in this work.

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Why Nonprofits Shouldn’t Imitate the Art of Corporate Branding

NonProfit Hub

Nonprofits need to show clear, emotional images to motivate and connect with their donors. Integrity (the “I” in IDEA) is the “alignment between the brand identity and image and the mission, values, and strategy of the organization.” The coauthors’ acronym, “IDEA,” further gives us insight into honoring the truly nonprofit brand.

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