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Q. What “Special Conditions” apply to the use of Non-TLF Content?

It will depend upon the item you are using.  The “Special Conditions” on Non -TLF Content may indicate that you can make more limited or broader use of that particular item.  For example, you may not be permitted to make any changes to the item (generally you can only make minor modifications) or the period of time you can use the material may extend beyond the end of 2008 (which generally applies to Non-TLF Content at this stage).

Q. Can I modify a graphic from a TLF learning object (which is labeled Non-TLF content) and incorporate it into a cartoon?

Generally, you are not entitled to modify Non-TLF Content.  You can use the graphic in its original form in the cartoon or, for example, a lesson plan or on a PowerPoint. However, you will need to check the attached “Conditions of Use”.  Look for the section headed “Special Conditions of Use” to see if you are allowed to alter the graphic.  If terms other than usual conditions for Non-TLF Content apply, “Special Conditions of use” will appear.

Q. Are we obliged to acknowledge the source of TLF and Non-TLF Content in our portal?

Yes.  All TLF and Non-TLF Content has copyright information included which must always be retained with the item. These are the TLF logo, details of the copyright owner and Conditions of Use.  When using Non-TLF Content the “Acknowledgement” information with the item should always be retained as well.

Q. Our publications department wants to delete TLF’s logo and acknowledgement and insert our own logo and copyright details instead. Can we do this?

No.  TLF and Non-TLF Content are made available on the condition that the identifying information provided by TLF is not removed.  This information identifies the correct copyright owner and known authors of the material. 

Q. Can our education department develop some TLF materials further and make them available to an international education body.

You cannot make use of TLF Content in this way under Licence A.  However, if you wish to develop TLF Content further and then make it available outside of Australia and New Zealand, you may be able to do so under Licence B .  For more information about TLF Licence B contact the TLF Intellectual Property Manager on email: ipmanager@thelearningfederation.edu.au

Non-TLF content can never be modified in this way unless your education department chooses to obtain a new licence from the copyright owner.

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