List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Ensure compliance with copyright legislation | 1.1 Research information sources to keep abreast of information about copyright relevant to libraries and cultural institutions 1.2 Review organisational procedures to ensure consistency with copyright obligations and organisational policy 1.3 Identify gaps in procedures to be addressed, and take action accordingly 1.4 Seek specialist advice as required 1.5 Advise relevant personnel about legal and economic implications of copyright infringement and other legislative obligations |
2 Monitor licences for digital rights management | 2.1 Identify materials within organisations that require licences 2.2 Research organisational protocols regarding licences and implications for digital rights management 2.3 Source information regarding licence agreements between own organisation and vendors of electronic resources 2.4 Explain to customers responsibilities in relation to licence and digital rights management |
3 Assess risks associated with private support by sponsors and donors | 3.1 Review organisational procedures for accepting donations and sponsorship and culturally sensitive material to ensure consistency with organisational policy 3.2 Identify copyright and licence risks associated with these practices 3.3 Provide advice about identified risks to relevant personnel |
Evidence of the ability to:
source information about copyright relevant to an organisation
thoroughly review policies, procedures and licences to ensure compliance with legislation
conscientiously follow procedures to minimise risk of infringements of copyright and licence conditions.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
identify relevant copyright and licensing laws and regulations relating to an organisation
explain digital preservation
outline licensing and role of collecting societies
explain open source copyright licences
identify organisational policies, protocols and procedures on copyright and licences
outline principal features of the Copyright Act 1968 (Commonwealth) and Copyright Regulations 1969 and how they are applicable
explain the rights of copyright owners, including digital rights management
identify sources of information and advice on copyright
explain protocols for handling culturally sensitive material, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural material.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the Library – Regulation, Licensing and Risk field of work and include access to:
relevant legislation and regulations
organisational policies and procedures
agreements and licences
computer resources for review of policies and procedures.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.