Includes bibliographical references (pages 123-129) and index.

Introduction -- A Day in the Life -- Copyright in Libraries -- Copyright Specialization -- On the Job: Copyright Librarianship at Work -- Library and Information Science Education -- DIY Librarianship: Professional Development, Continuing Education, and Current Awareness -- The Next Step: Outreach, Advocacy, and Leadership -- What Copyright Librarians Know. "This practical handbook provides a broad overview of copyright librarianship. It is written for information professionals whose area of expertise, specialization or job it is to inform and educate others about the ethical use and best practices surrounding copyrighted materials. It is written about the person with solid analytical skills and the ability to adapt and adjust in a rapidly changing environment; someone who can serve as an intermediary between information producers and consumers; someone who is knowledgeable about the law and providing access to information; someone who is well positioned within an organization to answer questions about copyright and provide reliable, accurate, and relevant answers, information, assistance, and guidance when needed. In short: a copyright librarian"--Amazon.com.