OFF-AIR RECORDINGS

Media Services can record broadcast and cable television programs (off-airs) for instructional uses in the classroom.  

In order to comply with 1976 Copyright Act, Media Services follows the Fair Use Guidelines covering the recording, retention, and use of television broadcast programs for educational purposes. (guidelines available in Media Services)

Media Services will do off-air recordings at the request of faculty members.   According to copyright guidelines, an off-air recording should be shown within the first ten consecutive school days after recording.  The recording can be shown a second time for instructional reinforcement.  Off-airs must be erased within 45 calendar days after the recording.  Off-airs will be labeled with an expiration date.   If, after viewing the off-air, the faculty member would like to retain the program to use in future classes, a request should for purchase should be made to the Department's library subject specialist, who will investigate availability, costs and coordinate tape purchase.

Faculty should be aware that they are also personally subject to these guidelines when videotaping class materials at home.

Last updated August 30, 2001