In general, the Library advises faculty who want to use articles and ebooks available through Stevens database subscriptions to link to the item through the Library catalog in Canvas to ensure consistent access.
You may also consider checking the list of databases below to find out if the vendors and/or publishers allow for educational use of their content in a learning management system.
Permissions about course use beyond what's covered by fair use are based on the policies set by the publishers. These publishers provide specific language about course packs and electronic reserves in their licenses or terms of use, either allowing it to institutional members, requiring advance permission, or forbidding it altogether.
Some of these databases include open access articles or works in the public domain (for more on that, see the Always Okay to Use tab). Permission for educational reuse is unnecessary in those cases. The policies below therefore refers only to scholarly articles published behind a subscription paywall.
An alphabetical list of Library databases, including the website that explains their policies (if available) and whether they allow electronic course reserves and/or digital course packs.
Please note: These policies apply only to members of the Stevens community who have institutional access to these databases.
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This link opens in a new windowPosting an item to Canvas for educational purposes does not exempt an instructor from copyright regulations. The information presented here provides guidance but should not be considered legal advice.
Questions?
Please email library@stevens.edu to consult with a librarian for guidance on the use of copyrighted course materials.
For all Canvas-related questions, please email support@stevens.edu to create a support ticket.
